56 Essex Ave | Maplewood Twp.

$630,000 | 3 Beds | 2 Baths (1 Full, 1 Half)

Welcome to a beautiful home that blends timeless charm with modern updates. The foyer with original woodwork sets the tone, leading to an open flow layout designed for today's lifestyle. The bright main level features a spacious renovated eat-in kitchen, living and dining room ideal for everyday living, entertaining and special celebrations. Just off the kitchen, step into your outdoor retreat with a deck overlooking the private backyard with grass to connect with nature. It's the perfect setting for al fresco dining and outdoor movie nights. The driveway accommodates multiple vehicles and includes the convenience of an EV charger. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms plus a dedicated home office. The main hall bath offers a tub/shower combo and a large vanity designed to make busy mornings a little easier. Original HW floors add warmth and character throughout much of the home, complemented by tile flooring in select areas for durability and ease of maintenance. The unfinished basement offers nice ceiling height, a laundry area and flexible space for a home gym, workshop, storage, or future finishing possibilities. Newer systems: Roof (5 yr), furnace (7 yr) HW heater (6 yr) and newer windows throughout the home. With its thoughtful layout, classic architectural details and tasteful updates, this home is ready to welcome its next owners. Jitney to Maplewood train is just two blocks away. GSMLS 4039439

Directions to property: Parker to Union to Garfield to Essex Ave or Irvington Ave to Essex Ave

MLS Listing ID: 
GSMLS 4039439
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Status (Local): 
Active
Listing Status Accepting Offers: 
1
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Colonial
Year Built: 
1926
New Construction: 
0
Basement: 
Bilco-Style Door, Full, Unfinished
Interior: 
Blinds, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector
Fireplaces: 
No
Construction
Roof: 
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: 
Aluminum Siding
Exterior Features: 
Deck, Thermal Windows/Doors
Energy Information: 
Electric, Gas-Natural
Porch: 
No
Deck: 
Yes
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
8
Total Bedrooms: 
3
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
1
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
1
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
12x12 
Level: 
Second
Second Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
11x12 
Level: 
Second
Third Bedroom 
Dimensions: 
19x11 
Level: 
Third
Dining Room 
Dimensions: 
11x12 
Level: 
First
Kitchen 
Dimensions: 
10x19 
Level: 
First
Living Room 
Dimensions: 
15x19 
Level: 
First
Other One 
Dimensions: 
8x12 
Level: 
Second
Other Two 
Dimensions: 
9x9 
Level: 
Second
Other Three 
Dimensions: 
8x7 
Level: 
First
Other Four 
Dimensions: 
6x12 
Level: 
First
Master Bathroom 
Level: 
Second
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
1 Unit
Heating System Fuel: 
Gas-Natural
Cooling System: 
Window A/C(s)
Water Source: 
Public Water, Water Charge Extra
Sewer: 
Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.08
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
33X100
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Driveway: 
1 Car Width, Blacktop
Parking Type: 
1 Car Width, Blacktop
Total Parking Spaces: 
3
Fence: 
No
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
1611-00038-0005-00053-0000-
Lot Number: 
53
Annual Tax: 
$14,264.00
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
7/8/2026
Contract Details
Details about the listing contract.
Exclusions: 
Inquire with agent
Possession: 
At Closing
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Office Name: 
COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC