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Property Description
Charming Colonial on the outskirts of Newton offering classic character, a convenient in town location, low taxes and some of the biggest updates already done! Major improvements include a roof just 6 years young, plus new vinyl siding, gutters, windows, and furnace in 2025. Inside, original hardwood floors, arched doorways, and a natural brick surround woodstove insert surround add warmth and character throughout. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, country kitchen with pantry. Off of the living room is a light filled sunroom, the perfect spot for morning coffee, plants, or a cozy reading nook. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms and an updated a full bath with tub / shower. A full basement provides plenty of storage along with a dedicated workshop area, laundry area w slop sink and opens to the attached garage. The gravel patio outside the back door creates an easy outdoor space for dining, relaxing, or enjoying your morning coffee. The open backyard is private and backs to the reservoir. The chicken coop (almost new) is optional! The front of the property overlooks the Town of Newton, you're just steps from Newton Medical Center and only minutes from downtown Newton, big box shopping, restaurants, fast casual like Starbucks and Five Guys. Public water /sewer. Newton residents enjoy standout perks including free full day preschool and town pool membership. Charming, well located, and packed with recent updates,this is one you'll want to see!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 36 Hillside Ave
General
- Price: $365,000
- Taxes: $7,362 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4047583
- Updated: 8/20/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Sunroom
- Lower Level: GarEnter, Laundry Room, Utility Room, Walkout, Workshop
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace Insert, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: Second
- Bedroom 2: Second
- Bedroom 3: Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Kitchen: Country Kitchen, First
- Dining Room: First
- Sunroom: First
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Garage Description: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Sussex
- Driving Directions: Rt 94 / High St to Hillside Ave
School Information
- Elementary School: MERRIAM AV
- Middle School: HALSTED ST
- High School: NEWTON
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), No Cooling
- Heating Type: Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Oil Tank Above Ground - Outside
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas In Street, Gas-Propane
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1931
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
- Lot Size: 00000.365 AC.
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width, Blacktop
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $276,800
- Land Assmt: $103,700
- Tax Amount: $7,362
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2815-00004-0005-00007-0000-
- Block: 4.05
- Lot Number: 7
Listed by Exp Realty, Llc
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Schools
Schools serving 36 Hillside Ave
School District:Newton Town School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Halsted Street Middle School 59 Halsted Street, Newton, NJ 07860 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Merriam Avenue Elementary School 81 Merriam Avenue, Newton, NJ 07860 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 36 Hillside Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/20/2026
Listed
$365,000
78.05%
MLS
3/29/2018
Sold
$205,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 36 Hillside Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$257,400
7%
2023
100%
$239,900
47%
2022
-100%
$162,700
—
2021
$7,308
2%
$162,700
—
2020
$7,196
3%
$162,700
—
2019
$6,973
22%
$162,700
21%
2018
$5,712
1%
$134,000
—
2017
$5,679
2%
$134,000
—
2016
$5,588
4%
$134,000
1%
2015
$5,367
-18%
$132,200
—
2013
$6,573
—
$132,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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36 Hillside Ave, Newton, NJ 07860 (MLS# 4047583) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 36 Hillside Ave is currently listed for $365,000 and was received on August 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 36 Hillside Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newton? You can browse all Newton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

