5 Essex Rd

Maplewood, NJ 07040

$950,000
Price
3
Beds
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Description

Welcome to this fully renovated 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial located on a quiet street in Maplewood, offering a seamless blend of modern updates, spacious design, and natural light throughout. Step inside to a bright, welcoming living room with brand-new white oak hardwood floors and a classic mantle. The main level opens into a chef's kitchen with a large center island, new countertops, and abundant cabinetry, along with a walk-in pantry for storage and prep space. The layout flows into the dining...Welcome to this fully renovated 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial located on a quiet street in Maplewood, offering a seamless blend of modern updates, spacious design, and natural light throughout. Step inside to a bright, welcoming living room with brand-new white oak hardwood floors and a classic mantle. The main level opens into a chef's kitchen with a large center island, new countertops, and abundant cabinetry, along with a walk-in pantry for storage and prep space. The layout flows into the dining area and family room, creating an open, connected feel ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A first-floor office offers flexibility for guest use, along with a powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a modern full bath and two walk-in closets, along with two additional large bedrooms, an updated full hall bathroom, and second-floor laundry. The finished basement provides versatile space for a recreation room, gym, office, or guest area, along with a full bathroom. The outdoor space features a patio and spacious backyard, ideal for entertaining, play, or relaxing. Additional highlights include new windows, updated electric and plumbing, a new two-zone HVAC system, and an oversized garage with interior access. Conveniently located near Maplewood Village, with easy access to shops, restaurants, parks, the community pool, and local schools, plus NJ Transit for a direct NYC commute. HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE BY TUESDAY, APRIL 14th at 3PM.
  1. Listed by STEVEN SIRACUSA • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Property Details for 5 Essex Road

Style
Colonial
Directions
Elmwood Avenue to Essex Road.
Days On Market
4
Primary Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 04/12/2026 09:01 PM

Property Details for 5 Essex Road

StatusActive
MLS #4019364
Days on Market5
Taxes$23,409 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 5 Essex Road

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

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Property Information for 5 Essex Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address Included: Y
  • Active Days on Market: 4
  • Renovated Year: 2026
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Maplewood Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 33.02
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1611.0
  • Street # Display: 5.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Essex Rd
  • Zip Code: 07040-2307
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: $23,409
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 975000.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1611-00033-0002-00200-0001-
  • 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: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage, Garage Parking, Inside Entrance, Oversize Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Sump Pump
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 200.01
  • Approximate Lot Size: 50X190
  • Total Acres: 0.22
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1952
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 524600.0
  • Assessment Land: 450400.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Central Air
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: From Furnace, Gas
  • Heating: 2 Units, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Brick, Vinyl Siding, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet
  • Flooring: Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • # Baths: 3.1
  • # Full Baths: 3
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Third
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Easement: No
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Rec Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Pantry, Powder Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath Main
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Office
  • Other Room 1 Level: First

Property History for 5 Essex Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4019364

$950,000—
Jul 21, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3976678

$675,000—
Jun 5, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906179699

$675,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4019364

$950,000
07/21/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3976678

$675,000
06/05/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906179699

$675,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5 Essex Road

Taxable ValueLand$450,400Additions$524,600Total$975,000
Tax Record2024$22,552 ($1,879 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,472 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,472 SqFtLot Size9,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952ZoningR1-5CountyESSEXAPN11 00033- 02-00200- 01

Schools near 5 Essex Road

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Clinton Elementary School
Public - K to 5
South Orange Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
South Mountain Annex
Public - K to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Clinton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

South Orange 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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More information about 5 Essex Road, Maplewood, NJ 07040

5 Essex Road is a single family home for sale in Maplewood, NJ 07040. This property was listed for sale on April 8, 2026 by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, it's currently listed at $950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on July 21, 2025. This listing's school district is South Orange-Maplewood School District. Nearby schools include Clinton Elementary School, South Orange Middle School and Columbia Senior High School. 5 Essex Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, single family home built in 1952.

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