551 Prospect St

Maplewood, NJ 07040

$1,373,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
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Sq. Ft.
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per Sq. Ft.
Sold 12/12/25
Sold 12/12/25

Description

Welcome to 551 Prospect Street a stunning Victorian that blends timeless architectural detail w thoughtful modern updates. Set on an almost 1/2 acre property w wooded trails, this home offers a rare combination of historic elegance & serene, park-like living just moments from Maplewood Village & train to NYC. Step onto the inviting mahogany front porch, perfect for morning coffee. Inside, the gracious foyer features 2 large coat closets & original hardwood parquet floors. High ceilings & oversized...Welcome to 551 Prospect Street a stunning Victorian that blends timeless architectural detail w thoughtful modern updates. Set on an almost 1/2 acre property w wooded trails, this home offers a rare combination of historic elegance & serene, park-like living just moments from Maplewood Village & train to NYC. Step onto the inviting mahogany front porch, perfect for morning coffee. Inside, the gracious foyer features 2 large coat closets & original hardwood parquet floors. High ceilings & oversized windows throughout fill the home w natural light. The spacious living room w wood-burning fireplace & coffered ceiling, & sunlit dining room w beautiful windows set the stage for entertaining. The renovated kitchen w island opens to a large deck overlooking the fenced backyard & tranquil wooded lot beyond. Upstairs are 4 bright bedrooms w newer Pella windows, oversized closets, & an extra-large linen closet. The renovated full bath w tub completes this level. The third-floor primary suite is a true retreat w vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, mini-split for added comfort, full b with clawfoot soaking tub & tiled shower, plus 2 very generous closets. Finally, the partially finished basement boasts tall ceilings, laundry room, full bath, & direct walk-out access to the serene backyard. A newer roof w warranty, & whole house water filter add to the upgrades. This exceptional home captures the essence of Maplewood living, historic charm, modern updates, & a connection to nature.

Property Details for 551 Prospect Street

Style
Victorian
Directions
Prospect Street between Jennifer Lane and Franklin Place
Days On Market
9
Primary Style
Victorian
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 09:19 AM

Property Details for 551 Prospect Street

StatusSold
MLS #3995223
Days on Market9
Taxes$21,714 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
CountyEssex County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC, Jaime Richter

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Building Information for 551 Prospect Street

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,594 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,784

Property Taxes

$1,810

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 551 Prospect Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Active Days on Market: 12
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Maplewood Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 24.08
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1611.0
  • Street # Display: 551.0
  • In-Law Suite: No
  • # Parking Spaces: 3
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Prospect St
  • Zip Code: 07040-1373
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: $21,714
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 938800.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1611-00024-0008-00288-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2024
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Driveway-Shared
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Description: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Generator-Hookup, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Lot Identifier: 288
  • Approximate Lot Size: 41X493
  • Total Acres: 0.46
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1912
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 485200.0
  • Assessment Land: 453600.0
  • Farm Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Ductless Split AC, Wall A/C Unit(s), Window A/C(s)
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Auxiliary Electric Heat, Baseboard - Hotwater, Radiators - Hot Water
  • Fuel Type: OilAbIn
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Open Porch(es), Patio, Privacy Fence, Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Storm Door(s), Storm Window(s), Thermal Windows/Doors, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CeilBeam, Blinds, CODetect, AlrmFire, CeilHigh, SmokeDet, StallTub, TrckLght, TubShowr, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Parquet-Some, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Finished-Partially, Unfinished, Walkout
  • # Baths: 3.0
  • # Full Baths: 3
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Third
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 19x25
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 11x14
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 11x14
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 10x14
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 12x15
  • Easement: No
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 15x14
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Powder Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
  • Living Room Dim: 17x25
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 13x14
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 7x9
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 24x8
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 13x10
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath Main, Storage Room
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 11
  • Other Room 3: Utility Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 4: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 5: Storage Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 6: Storage Room
  • Other Room 4 Level: Basement
Rental
Rental Information
  • Home Warranty: false

Property History for 551 Prospect Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

GSMLS #3995223

$1,373,000—
Dec 11, 2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3995223

—
Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3995223

$1,050,000—
May 1, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #247373305

$639,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Sold

GSMLS #3995223

$1,373,000
12/11/2025

Under Contract

GSMLS #3995223

—
10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3995223

$1,050,000
05/01/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #247373305

$639,000

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

Public Records for 551 Prospect Street

Taxable ValueLand$453,600Additions$485,200Total$938,800
Tax Record2024$21,714 ($1,810 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,439 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,439 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,212 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912ZoningR1-7CountyESSEXAPN11 00024- 08-00288

Schools near 551 Prospect Street

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Clinton Elementary School
Public - PK 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
PublicPK to 5

South Orange Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

South Mountain Annex
PublicK to 1

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