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$849,000

493 Summit Ave Maplewood, NJ 07040

4 beds
2 full
House

Property details

About 493 Summit Ave

Offered for the first time in nearly half a century, this beloved home has been at the heart for 48 years. Filled with the warmth of countless gatherings and cherished memories, it’s a place where stories have been shared around the table and laughter has echoed from room to room. Set on a generous third of an acre, the home offers four bedrooms, including a convenient first-floor primary suite, three additional bedrooms upstairs, a bright side room perfect for a home office or study, and a large front porch that invites morning coffee or evening chats. While the home has not been recently updated, it has been lovingly maintained and offers an incredible opportunity for a new owner to bring their vision to life. Whether you’re drawn to the classic layout, the peaceful setting, this most beloved pocket of town or the chance to build on its rich history, this is a home ready to be loved for the next generations to come.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
BasementYes
ParkingDetached
MLS #25025581
Fireplace1 Fireplace

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace: 1 Fireplace
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached
  • Waterfront: None
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $849,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $20,408
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • MLS Number: 25025581
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors - Montclair
  • Office Phone: (973) 744-5544
  • Listing Agent: Michele Chiles-Hickman

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$838,000$20,408
2022$571,300$19,282
2021$571,300$19,282
2020$571,300$18,180
2019$571,300$17,705

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Clinton Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

27 Berkshire Rd

7

Jefferson Elementary School

Public District 3-5

0.9 mi

518 Ridgewood Rd

6

Tuscan Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

25 Harvard Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $167,391. The most common annual income of people living in Maplewood, NJ is $200k+. Most families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

7%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
44%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

22%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
43%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 493 Summit Ave

The listing price of 493 Summit Ave property is $849,000.

The property 493 Summit Ave is a house located in Maplewood, New Jersey, 07040.

Active Listing: 493 Summit Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 493 Summit Ave are: Clinton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tuscan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mt. Vernon Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Orange Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Maplewood Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Columbia High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Irvington High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $20,408 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 493 Summit Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

This home is located at 493 Summit Ave in Maplewood, NJ and zip code 07040. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,000.

While more than 18 listings in Maplewood, NJ in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Maplewood, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 2%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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