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74 Hughes St, Maplewood, NJ 07040, USA
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North Jersey Properties

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(844) 284-9790 ext. 3856

Property Overview

74 Hughes Street offers a well-rounded living experience reflected in Zumper’s expert rating, with a balance of comfort, convenience, and overall value. Residents can appreciate notable features and practical pros such as its thoughtful layout, access to local amenities, and appealing overall condition, making it a strong option for a variety of lifestyles.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With 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.

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74 Hughes Street - 22 bed1 bath$2,700 /moSpecial offer! Reduced broker fee for qualified applicants if a lease is signed by 5/15/26! 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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HomeApartments in Maplewood 74 Hughes Street

Special offer! Reduced broker fee for qualified applicants if a lease is signed by 5/15/26! 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 Good
With 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.
How we rated 74 Hughes Street
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.

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Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Maplewood

2-bedroom apartments at 74 Hughes Street cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Maplewood.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Maplewood
A table of studio rental data trends in Maplewood
MonthMedian 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

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2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$108,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,700.
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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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

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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Met Food Deli
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Pat's Supermarket
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Family Grocery Fortuna
867 Stuyvesant Ave
Jones Grocery
1408 Springfield Ave

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