28 Rutgers St

Maplewood, NJ 07040

$799,000
Price
4
Beds
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per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassOpen: 6/20 02:00PM - 04:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 6/20 02:00PM - 04:00PM

Description

This inviting Maplewood, NJ Colonial perfectly blends timeless charm with modern efficiency on a beautiful tree-lined street in the coveted College Hill neighborhood. Boasting incredible curb appeal with its large open front porch, this sun-filled real estate gem is just blocks from Maplecrest Park, local dining, shopping, yoga and top-rated schools. Inside, the seamless first-floor circular flow reveals refinished hardwood floors and a spacious living room featuring custom built-ins around a cozy...This inviting Maplewood, NJ Colonial perfectly blends timeless charm with modern efficiency on a beautiful tree-lined street in the coveted College Hill neighborhood. Boasting incredible curb appeal with its large open front porch, this sun-filled real estate gem is just blocks from Maplecrest Park, local dining, shopping, yoga and top-rated schools. Inside, the seamless first-floor circular flow reveals refinished hardwood floors and a spacious living room featuring custom built-ins around a cozy fireplace. Host gatherings in the formal dining room, which opens directly into an updated chef's kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, ample countertops, and a convenient breakfast bar. Upstairs, find spacious bedrooms and a modern full bath, plus a freshly painted fourth bedroom with new flooring on the third level. The freshly painted lower level provides excellent flex space for a home gym or storage. Outside, an open back porch and patio overlook a deep, expansive backyard ideal for play, gardening, and entertaining. Truly a smart home for the future, this eco-friendly property features solar panels, newer windows, enhanced insulation, a Ring doorbell, keyless entry, and an electric car charger. Best of all, you are less than one mile from vibrant Maplewood Village and the Midtown Direct NYC train commute, making this the perfect turnkey opportunity for anyone searching for a new home in Maplewood. Enjoy the good life in the coolest commuter suburb around!

Listing Agent

  1. Pamela 'Jill' Sockwell

    Pamela 'Jill' Sockwell

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (917)-657-8800

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Property Details for 28 Rutgers Street

Style
Colonial
Directions
Tuscan Rd or Harvard Ave. to Rutgers Street
Days On Market
0
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Colonial
Section/Subdiv/Development
College Hill

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/17/2026 06:47 PM

Property Details for 28 Rutgers Street

StatusActive
MLS #4035208
Days on Market1
Taxes$18,780 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 28 Rutgers Street

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$5,547 per month

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$3,982

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Property Information for 28 Rutgers Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: SOMSD III
  • Grade School: SOMSD III
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Maplewood Twp.
  • Community Living: Yes
  • Block Identifier: 30.01
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 1611.0
  • Street # Display: 28.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Rutgers St
  • Zip Code: 07040-2804
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $18,780
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 782200.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1611-00030-0001-00017-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
  • Assoc/Maint Fee Freq: Annually
  • Assoc/Maint Fee: 0.0
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, 2 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Washer
  • Lot Identifier: 17
  • Approximate Lot Size: 50X150
  • Total Acres: 0.17
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1927
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 384400.0
  • Assessment Land: 397800.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, See Remarks, Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Open Porch(es), Patio, Sidewalk, Storm Door(s), Thermal Windows/Doors, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Laminate, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: French Drain, Unfinished
  • # Baths: 1.1
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 12x14
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 11x14
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 9x10
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Third
  • # Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Dim: 13x14
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Non-Functional, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 11x11
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Storage Room
  • Living Room Dim: 13x24
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Porch, Powder Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom
  • # Rooms: 7

Property History for 28 Rutgers Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4035208

$799,000—
Aug 18, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #474221075

$419,000—
Aug 18, 2014

Sold

GSMLS #3148727

$419,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/17/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4035208

$799,000
08/18/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #474221075

$419,000
08/18/2014

Sold

GSMLS #3148727

$419,000

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Public Records for 28 Rutgers Street

Taxable ValueLand$397,800Additions$384,400Total$782,200
Tax Record2024$18,092 ($1,508 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,706 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,706 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927ZoningR1-5CountyESSEXAPN11 00030- 01-00017

Schools near 28 Rutgers Street

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tuscan Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Maplewood Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Milton School
Private - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tuscan Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Maplewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

The Milton School
Private5 to 12

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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More information about 28 Rutgers Street, Maplewood, NJ 07040

28 Rutgers Street is a single family home for sale in Maplewood, NJ 07040. This listing's school district is South Orange-Maplewood School District. Nearby schools include Tuscan Elementary School, Maplewood Middle School and Columbia Senior High School. 28 Rutgers Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, single family home built in 1927.

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