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Quintessential Glen Ridge! This beautifully renovated 1920 colonial pairs timeless character with sophisticated updates on an exceptional property. Newly refinished hardwood floors, designer lighting and architectural details shine throughout. The gracious living room features a wood-burning fireplace and beamed ceiling, formal dining room with fabulous built in storage, plus a chic chef's kitchen offering a soapstone center island, 5-burner Bosch cooktop and dishwasher drawers. Four bedrooms include a lovely primary with custom closets and fireplace plus a walk-up third floor offering exciting potential for additional living space. The finished, waterproofed lower level with cork flooring, adds a rec room, renovated full bath and laundry room with country farm sink. Outside a cozy, private open-air side porch accessible from 2 sets of french doors in the living room overlooks lush landscaping, bluestone paths, mature plantings, fenced yard and remarkable herb, flower and vegetable gardens as well as a 2 car garage with additional green space beyond. New Marvin windows, updated electric and blown-in insulation add modern comfort. Close to top-rated Glen Ridge schools and NYC midtown direct train for a super quick commute! Thoughtfully updated, beautifully preserved, and unmistakably Glen Ridge. Such wonderful memories have been made at 42 Hamilton and it is now the next lucky buyers opportunity to steward it on!
Single-familyProperty Type
0.31 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dana Farber-Schwern• Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair
•201-657-5201 (agent)
•danaschwern@gmail.com (agent)
•973-310-7360 (broker)
Listed by Susan Lovit• Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair
Quintessential Glen Ridge! This beautifully renovated 1920 colonial pairs timeless character with sophisticated updates on an exceptional property. Newly refinished hardwood floors, designer lighting and architectural details shine throughout. The gracious living room features a wood-burning fireplace and beamed ceiling, formal dining room with fabulous built in storage, plus a chic chef's kitchen offering a soapstone center island, 5-burner Bosch cooktop and dishwasher drawers. Four bedrooms include a lovely primary with custom closets and fireplace plus a walk-up third floor offering exciting potential for additional living space. The finished, waterproofed lower level with cork flooring, adds a rec room, renovated full bath and laundry room with country farm sink. Outside a cozy, private open-air side porch accessible from 2 sets of french doors in the living room overlooks lush landscaping, bluestone paths, mature plantings, fenced yard and remarkable herb, flower and vegetable gardens as well as a 2 car garage with additional green space beyond. New Marvin windows, updated electric and blown-in insulation add modern comfort. Close to top-rated Glen Ridge schools and NYC midtown direct train for a super quick commute! Thoughtfully updated, beautifully preserved, and unmistakably Glen Ridge. Such wonderful memories have been made at 42 Hamilton and it is now the next lucky buyers opportunity to steward it on!
Public Records
Jul 24, 2006
Sold
$759,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,239 (+2.7%)
$624,300 + $714,500
$1,338,800
2024
$26,533 (+1.3%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2023
$26,189 (+2.5%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2022
$25,554 (+1.5%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2021
$25,178 (+1.8%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2020
$24,723 (+3.1%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2019
$23,971 (−5.7%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2018
$25,425 (+2.3%)
$391,600 + $392,000
$783,600
2017
$24,855 (+3.0%)
$377,200 + $318,800
$696,000
2016
$24,137 (+3.9%)
$377,200 + $318,800
$696,000
2014
$23,226 (+6.9%)
$377,200 + $318,800
$696,000
2013
$21,732 (+1.9%)
$377,200 + $318,800
$696,000
2012
$21,323 (+4.1%)
$377,200 + $292,100
$669,300
2011
$20,493 (+2.1%)
$442,300 + $256,600
$698,900
2010
$20,067 (+4.8%)
$442,300 + $256,600
$698,900
2009
$19,151
$442,300 + $256,600
$698,900
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
75 ft.
Lot depth
182 ft.
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,277
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,277
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
0800031 00028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Glen Ridge, NJ • 07028
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 42 Hamilton Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,176,052 and $1,850,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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