Maplewood Twp., NJ 07040 97 Boyden Ave

Beautifully updated Colonial offering the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience in a prime Maplewood location. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features gleaming hardwood floors with banded inlay, original moldings, stained glass accent windows, thermal replacement windows, and abundant natural light throughout. The superbly renovated kitchen includes a large peninsula, high-quality appliances, ample cabinetry, expanded pantry storage, and pass-through to the dining room for easy entertaining. French doors open from the spacious living room to a bright den/flex space, while a sliding glass door in the elegant dining room provides easy access to the deck and private backyard. A welcoming mudroom adds everyday functionality. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and an updated hall bath. Recent improvements include a two-zone heat pump system (2023), basement waterproofing, sump pump (2020) with drain extension to the street, pantry expansion and deck remodel (2022), kitchen remodel (2024), driveway repaving with gravel turn-around area (2025), fencing (2022), bathroom renovation (2021), new stair and upstairs hall carpeting (2025), and new water heater (2026). The deep backyard and deck create wonderful outdoor living space. Conveniently located near parks, schools, Maplewood pool, local dining like True Salvage Kitchen, and jitney service to NYC trains.