Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2026
Listed
$725,000
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Property 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 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 72 Hillcrest Rd
General
- Price: $725,000
- Taxes: $9,668 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4036994
- Updated: 6/25/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 2 Bedrooms, Bath(s) Other
- 1st Floor/Level 1: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
- Interior Features: Security System, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener (Owned)
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1: 11 x 13, Second
- Bedroom 2: 11 x 10, Second
- Bedroom 3: 11 x 10, First
- Bedroom 4: 10 x 12, First
Other Rooms
- Living Room: First
- Family Room: 17 x 13, Basement
- Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen, 12 x 12, First
- Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, 11 x 11, First
- Utility Room: Basement
- Laundry Room: Basement
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Wood Fence
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 6
- Garage Description: Detached Garage, Finished Garage
Location
- County: Somerset
- Driving Directions: Route 78 to exit 40, South on Hillcrest Rd.
School Information
- Elementary School: BAYBERRY
- Middle School: VALLY VIEW
- High School: WATCHUNG
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Window A/C(s)
- Heating Type: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1930
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
- Lot Size: .50 AC
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 2 Car Width
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $526,300
- Land Assmt: $293,200
- Tax Amount: $9,668
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Washer and Dryer Excluded
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 2721-04301-0000-00006-0000-
- Block: 4301
- Lot Number: 6
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Schools
Schools serving 72 Hillcrest Rd
School Districts:Watchung Borough School District, Watchung Hills Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valley View Middle School 50 Valleyview Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 | 5-8 | 0.5 mi |
Bayberry Elementary School 113 Bayberry Lane, Watchung, NJ 07069 | PK-4 | 1.7 mi |
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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 72 Hillcrest Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 72 Hillcrest Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,047
5%
$495,300
16%
2022
$8,580
1%
$426,000
4%
2021
$8,530
3%
$408,400
3%
2020
$8,248
6%
$397,500
3%
2019
$7,777
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$387,600
3%
2019
$7,777
6%
$374,800
1%
2018
$7,371
4%
$370,200
4%
2017
$7,077
-4%
$357,600
1%
2016
$7,373
5%
$352,600
7%
2015
$7,000
5%
$330,500
1%
2013
$6,644
—
$325,800
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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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72 Hillcrest Rd, Watchung, NJ 07069 (MLS# 4036994) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 72 Hillcrest Rd is currently listed for $725,000 and was received on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 72 Hillcrest Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watchung? You can browse all Watchung real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.