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Price cut: $15K (7/27)

$710,000

72 Hillcrest Rd, Watchung Boro, NJ 07069

4beds

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$4,680/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

0.5 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Updated kitchenTudor-influenced cape codFinished lower levelFlowering bedsWarm hardwood floorsSun-filled roomsPrivate park-like setting

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 cedar wood accents throughout for added warmth and character. The inviting front entry opens to a cozy living area and an updated kitchen, while 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.

45 days

1,232

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom 1

Level: Second
Area: 143
Dimensions: 11 x 13

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Bedroom 3

Level: First
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Bedroom 4

Level: First
Area: 120
Dimensions: 10 x 12

Dining room

Features: Formal Dining Room
Level: First
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Family room

Level: Basement
Area: 221
Dimensions: 17 x 13

Kitchen

Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Level: First
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Living room

Level: First

Heating

1 Unit, Radiators - Steam, Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless Split AC, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Walk-In Closet(s), Utility Room
Flooring: Wood
Basement: Yes,Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: 2 Car Width, Detached Garage, Finished Garage
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 0.5 Acres
Dimensions: .50 AC

Details

Parcel number: 2721043010000000060000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Shingle
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Gas-Natural
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Location

Region: Watchung

Financial & listing details

Tax assessed value: $526,300
Annual tax amount: $9,668
Date on market: 6/25/2026
Exclusions: Washer and Dryer Excluded
Ownership type: Fee Simple
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/27/2026	Price change	$710,000-2.1%
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6/25/2026	Listed for sale	$725,000+5.8%
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11/14/2025	Listing removed	$685,000
Source: GSMLS #3979949 Report a problem
9/2/2025	Price change	$685,000-2.1%
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8/8/2025	Listed for sale	$699,900+52.5%
Source: GSMLS #3979949 Report a problem
11/19/2019	Listing removed	$459,000
Source: RE/MAX SELECT - Westfield #1924032 Report a problem
10/27/2019	Price change	$459,000+2.2%
Source: RE/MAX SELECT - Westfield #1924032 Report a problem
6/22/2019	Price change	$449,000-2.2%
Source: RE/MAX SELECT #3558531 Report a problem
5/20/2019	Listed for sale	$459,000+33%
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4/24/2002	Sold	$345,000+46.8%
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11/30/1999	Sold	$235,000+42.4%
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1/10/1994	Sold	$165,000
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,896 +9.4%	$495,300 +9.4%
2024	$9,047 +4.1%	$452,800 +6.3%
2023	$8,695 +1.9%	$426,000 +4.3%
2022	$8,530	$408,400 +2.7%
2021	--	$397,500 +2.6%
2020	$7,777 +5.5%	$387,600 +3.4%
2019	$7,371 +4.2%	$374,800 +1.2%
2018	$7,077 -4%	$370,200 +3.5%
2017	$7,373 +5.3%	$357,600 +1.4%
2016	$7,000 +2.6%	$352,600 +6.7%
2015	$6,822 +2.7%	$330,500 +1.4%
2014	$6,644 +0.9%	$325,800 +1.5%
2013	$6,586 +3.8%	$321,100 -1.8%
2012	$6,342 +2.8%	$327,000 +1.1%
2011	$6,168 -3.3%	$323,400 +0.7%
2010	$6,382 +0.7%	$321,100 -11.3%
2009	$6,339	$362,200 -4%
2008	--	$377,300 -3%
2007	--	$389,100 +5.1%
2006	--	$370,300
2005	--	$370,300 +3%
2004	$5,436	$359,600 +1.9%
2003	--	$353,000 +56.7%
2002	--	$225,200 +18.8%
2001	--	$189,600

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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