12 Hillcrest Rd

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Description

Opportunity knocks in desirable Maplewood with this 2-family fixer-upper w/ 6 rooms and 2.5 baths located on a corner lot with a double garage. Offering strong upside for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to create value. This property offers approximately 2,100+ sq ft of living space and is currently configured with a 3-bedroom first-floor unit with the ability to convert into a 4 bedroom by converting the kitchen into a bedroom and having an open plan kitchen concept in the dining/living...Opportunity knocks in desirable Maplewood with this 2-family fixer-upper w/ 6 rooms and 2.5 baths located on a corner lot with a double garage. Offering strong upside for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to create value. This property offers approximately 2,100+ sq ft of living space and is currently configured with a 3-bedroom first-floor unit with the ability to convert into a 4 bedroom by converting the kitchen into a bedroom and having an open plan kitchen concept in the dining/living toom or the dining room into a bedroom. Large full basement with 2 additional rooms and the possibility to add a 3rd room, half bathroom and a large recreational area. The second floor has a spacious 1-bedroom second unit with potential for a 2-bedroom reconfiguration. The home is dated and in need of repairs and updates throughout. This is an ideal project for a buyer with vision who can restore and reposition the asset for owner-occupancy, rental income, or long-term appreciation with an after repair value of $950K+. Conveniently located near Maplewood amenities, parks, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this property offers a rare chance to unlock value in a highly sought-after Essex County location. The buyer is responsible for conducting their own due diligence and for complying with municipal requirements. Pls do not enter the property using the stairs from the front of the house. This property maybe eligible for a grant from our approved lenders.
  1. Listed by DARRELL BAILEY • RE/MAX FIRST REALTY II

Property Details for 12 Hillcrest Road

Directions
From Garden State Parkway, take Exit 145, follow NJ-24 West to Springfield Ave/Valley St, left on Hillcrest Rd, property on left.
Days On Market
2

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2026 12:39 AM

Property Details for 12 Hillcrest Road

StatusActive
MLS #4017760
Days on Market2
Taxes$16,637 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / 2-Two Story
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 12 Hillcrest Road

Stories-Residences2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

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$4,660 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,273

Property Taxes

$1,386

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 12 Hillcrest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R2
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: MAPLEWOOD
  • Grade School: TUSCAN
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 2
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Maplewood Twp.
  • Block Identifier: 42.05
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Grey
  • Town #: 1611.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Hillcrest Rd
  • Zip Code: 07040-1624
  • Total Units: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $16,637
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 719300.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1611-00042-0005-00309-0000-
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Off-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 309
  • Approximate Lot Size: 51X112
  • Total Acres: 0.13
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1930
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 437500.0
  • Assessment Land: 281800.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: No Cool
  • Utilities: All Underground
  • Water: Public Water
  • Heating: 2 Units, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: Oil Tank Below Ground
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard, Wood
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpeting, Tile Floors, Wood Floors
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Easement: Unknown
Multi Family
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Appl/Equip: Dishwasher, Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Unit 1 Baths: 2.0
  • Unit 1 Bedrooms: 5
  • Unit 1 Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Unit 1 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 1 Levels: 1.0
  • Unit 1 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Water, Tenant Pays Electric, Tenant Pays Gas, Tenant Pays Heat
  • Unit 1 Rent: 9999.0
  • Unit 1 Room Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Storage
  • Unit 1 Rooms: 9.0
  • Unit 1 Security Deposit: 9999.0
  • Unit 1 Sq Ft: 9999.0
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Appl/Equip: Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Unit 2 Baths: 1.0
  • Unit 2 Bedrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Fireplaces: 0.0
  • Unit 2 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 2 Levels: 1.0
  • Unit 2 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Water, Tenant Pays Electric, Tenant Pays Gas, Tenant Pays Heat
  • Unit 2 Rent: 9999.0
  • Unit 2 Room Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Storage
  • Unit 2 Rooms: 4.0
  • Unit 2 Security Deposit: 9999.0
  • Unit 2 Sq Ft: 9999.0
Unit 3 Information
  • Unit 3 Appl/Equip: Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Unit 3 Baths: 0.0
  • Unit 3 Fireplaces: 0.0
  • Unit 3 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 3 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Water, Tenant Pays Electric, Tenant Pays Gas, Tenant Pays Heat
  • Unit 3 Room Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen
Unit 4 Information
  • Unit 4 Appl/Equip: Range/Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Unit 4 Baths: 0.0
  • Unit 4 Fireplaces: 0.0
  • Unit 4 Handicap Modified: No
  • Unit 4 Owner/Tenant Pays: Owner Pays Water, Tenant Pays Electric, Tenant Pays Gas, Tenant Pays Heat
  • Unit 4 Room Description: Bedrooms, Kitchen
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Style: 2-Two Story
Income & Expenses Information
  • Total Operating Expense: $9,999.00
  • Net Operating Income: $9,999.00
  • Gross Operating Income: $9,999.00
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 12 Hillcrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4017760

$650,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/31/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4017760

$650,000

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Schools near 12 Hillcrest Road

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Marshall Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Maplewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

South Mountain Annex
PublicK to 1

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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12 Hillcrest Road is a multi-family home for sale in Maplewood, NJ 07040. This property was listed for sale on March 31, 2026 by RE/MAX FIRST REALTY II, it's currently listed at $650,000. This listing's school district is South Orange-Maplewood School District. Nearby schools include Marshall Elementary School, Maplewood Middle School and Columbia Senior High School. 12 Hillcrest Road is a 6-bed, 3-bath, multi-family home built in 1930.

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