72 Hillcrest Rd

Watchung, NJ 07069

$725,000
Price
4
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Description

This charming Tudor-influenced Cape Cod is nestled on a half-acre in the heart of Watchung. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home combines storybook curb appeal with practical living, featuring sun-filled rooms, warm hardwood floors, and a comfortable, flexible layout. The inviting front entry opens to a cozy living area and an updated kitchen. At the same time, the finished lower level offers ideal space for a playroom, home office, gym, or media room. Outdoors, mature landscaping, flowering beds, and a level...This charming Tudor-influenced Cape Cod is nestled on a half-acre in the heart of Watchung. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home combines storybook curb appeal with practical living, featuring sun-filled rooms, warm hardwood floors, and a comfortable, flexible layout. The inviting front entry opens to a cozy living area and an updated kitchen. At the same time, the finished lower level offers ideal space for a playroom, home office, gym, or media room. Outdoors, mature landscaping, flowering beds, and a level yard create a private, park-like setting perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Convenient to major commuting routes, shopping, and dining, 72 Hillcrest Rd offers a rare mix of character, space, and location ready for its next owner to make it their own.
  1. Listed by JOSEPH LICATA • EXP REALTY, LLC

Property Details for 72 Hillcrest Road

Style
Cape Cod
Directions
Route 78 to exit 40, South on Hillcrest Rd.
Days On Market
2
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Cape Cod

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2026 09:16 AM

Property Details for 72 Hillcrest Road

StatusActive
MLS #4036994
Days on Market6
Taxes$9,668 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountySomerset County
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Location

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Building Information for 72 Hillcrest Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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Principal and Interest

$3,613

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 72 Hillcrest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: VALLY VIEW
  • Grade School: BAYBERRY
  • High School: WATCHUNG
  • Active Days on Market: 2
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Watchung Boro
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 4301
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2721.0
  • Street # Display: 72.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 6
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: Hillcrest Rd
  • Zip Code: 07069-6004
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: $9,668
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 526300.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2721-04301-0000-00006-0000-
  • 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: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Finished Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Water Softener-Own
  • Lot Identifier: 6
  • Approximate Lot Size: .50 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.5
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1930
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 233100.0
  • Assessment Land: 293200.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window A/C(s)
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Security System, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • # Baths: 2.0
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 11x13
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 11x10
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 11x10
  • Bedroom 4 Level: First
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 10x12
  • # Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Dim: 11x11
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 17x13
  • Fireplace Desc: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Dim: 12x12
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
  • # Rooms: 8
  • Other Room 3: Utility Room
  • Other Room 1 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 4: Laundry Room
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement

Property History for 72 Hillcrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4036994

$725,000—
Nov 16, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3979949

—
Sep 2, 2025

Price Change

GSMLS #3979949

$685,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4036994

$725,000
11/16/2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3979949

—
09/02/2025

Price Change

GSMLS #3979949

$685,000

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

Public Records for 72 Hillcrest Road

Taxable ValueLand$274,000Additions$221,300Total$495,300
Tax Record2024$9,047 ($754 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,493 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,493 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930ZoningR-ACountySOMERSETAPN21 04301-0000-00006

Schools near 72 Hillcrest Road

This home is within Watchung Borough Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bayberry Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Valley View Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Watchung Hills Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bayberry Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Valley View Middle School
Public5 to 8

Watchung Hills Regional High School
Public9 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 72 Hillcrest Road, Watchung, NJ 07069

72 Hillcrest Road is a single family home for sale in Watchung, NJ 07069. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by EXP REALTY, LLC, it's currently listed at $725,000. This listing's school districts are Watchung Hills Regional High School District, Watchung Borough Public School District. Nearby schools include Bayberry Elementary School, Valley View Middle School and Watchung Hills Regional High School. 72 Hillcrest Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, single family home built in 1930.

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