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Highlights
- Quiet residential neighborhood
- Peaceful setting
- Garage parking
Location
74 Hughes St, Maplewood, NJ 07040, USA
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Property Overview
74 Hughes Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and comfort, with an 8.4 out of 10 expert rating, excellent price performance, and a location rating that points to easy access to nearby destinations. Its quiet residential setting, peaceful atmosphere, garage parking, and detailed photo set add to its appeal, while its standout value for money suggests a well-rounded option.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
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Floor plans
| 74 Hughes Street - 2 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $2,500 /mo | Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs unit located in a quiet, owner-occupied home in desirable Maplewood. This bright and comfortable space offers a practical layout with a spacious living area, nicely sized bedrooms, and great natural light throughout. Enjoy the convenience of one garage parking space plus shared laundry access in the basement, making everyday living easy and efficient. Located in a residential neighborhood, this home provides a peaceful setting while still being close to local shopping, dining, parks, and commuter options. Key Features: 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full Bathroom Upstairs unit in owner-occupied home Garage parking included Access to basement laundry Pets considered (case-by-case) Utilities to be negotiated with owner A great opportunity for tenants looking for a quiet, well-kept home in one of Essex County's most sought-after towns. |
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About 74 Hughes Street
Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs unit located in a quiet, owner-occupied home in desirable Maplewood. This bright and comfortable space offers a practical layout with a spacious living area, nicely sized bedrooms, and great natural light throughout. Enjoy the convenience of one garage parking space plus shared laundry access in the basement, making everyday living easy and efficient. Located in a residential neighborhood, this home provides a peaceful setting while still being close to local shopping, dining, parks, and commuter options. Key Features: 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full Bathroom Upstairs unit in owner-occupied home Garage parking included Access to basement laundry Pets considered (case-by-case) Utilities to be negotiated with owner A great opportunity for tenants looking for a quiet, well-kept home in one of Essex County's most sought-after towns.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 74 Hughes Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 74 Hughes Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
74 Hughes Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 74 Hughes Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
74 Hughes Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 74 Hughes Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 74 Hughes Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Maplewood
2-bedroom apartments at 74 Hughes Street cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Maplewood.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Maplewood
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,390 |
| November 2024 | $2,377 |
| January 2025 | $2,365 |
| February 2025 | $2,439 |
| March 2025 | $2,621 |
| April 2025 | $2,280 |
| May 2025 | $2,270 |
| June 2025 | $2,213 |
| July 2025 | $2,219 |
| August 2025 | $2,215 |
| September 2025 | $2,215 |
| October 2025 | $2,215 |
| November 2025 | $2,215 |
| December 2025 | $2,215 |
| January 2026 | $2,215 |
| February 2026 | $2,215 |
| March 2026 | $2,215 |
| April 2026 | $2,215 |
| May 2026 | $2,177 |
| June 2026 | $2,108 |
| July 2026 | $2,041 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 74 Hughes Street
Seth Boyden Elementary School
274 boyden ave
maplewood, NJ, 7040
K-5Public
B+
The Montrose Early Childhood Center
358 clark st
south orange, NJ, 7079
PKPublic
Washington School
71 spring st
millburn, NJ, 7041
5Public
A+
Michelle Obama Elementary School
186 14th ave
newark, NJ, 7103
PK, K-3Public
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School
150 newton st
newark, NJ, 7103
PK, K-3Public
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Neighborhood
Getting around Maplewood near 74 Hughes St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 74 Hughes St, Maplewood
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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