159 Forest St, Unit 2

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Description

Sunny and spacious duplex apartment occupying the second and third floors of a well-maintained four-family home. This two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers a full bedroom and bathroom on each level, providing a flexible layout. The home features hardwood floors throughout, central air conditioning and heat, in-unit laundry, and abundant storage. Enjoy a private deck, additional basement storage, shared backyard access, and off-street parking. Ideally located just a few blocks from the Walnut Street...Sunny and spacious duplex apartment occupying the second and third floors of a well-maintained four-family home. This two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers a full bedroom and bathroom on each level, providing a flexible layout. The home features hardwood floors throughout, central air conditioning and heat, in-unit laundry, and abundant storage. Enjoy a private deck, additional basement storage, shared backyard access, and off-street parking. Ideally located just a few blocks from the Walnut Street train station and moments from the shops, restaurants, cafes, and farmers market of Walnut Street, as well as the conveniences of Watchung Plaza and downtown Montclair. Pet friendly. One parking space included; second parking space available for $100/month. Available September 1.

Listing Agents

  1. Drew Spear

    Drew Spear

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (973)-769-1478

  2. Pierce Conway

    Pierce Conway

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (973)-618-6368

Property Details for 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

Directions
Grove to Chestnut make a left on Forest
Days On Market
0
Pets Allowed
CatsOK, DogsOK
Section/Subdiv/Development
Walnut Street
Primary Property Type
2 Stories
Available
See Remarks
LISTING UPDATED: 06/30/2026 03:53 PM

Property Details for 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

StatusActive
MLS #4037765
Days on MarketListed Today
Pet Policy-
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date06/30/2026
Lease TermLease Length: 1 Year, 2 Years
Furnished-
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Rental
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.73 AC / 31,798 SF
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex159 Forest StFloor-Stories-Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1900Lot Size0.73 AC / 31,798 SF

Property Information for 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R2
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: MAGNET
  • Grade School: MAGNET
  • High School: MONTCLAIR
  • Renovated Year: 2019
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Montclair Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1613.0
  • Unit #: 2
  • Street # Display: 159.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 2
  • Location: Residential Area
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Forest St
  • Zip Code: 07042-3807
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax ID For Property: 1613-03307-0000-00027-0001-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Driveway-Shared, Off-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Storage Area(s)
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Approximate Lot Size: 31915SF
  • Total Acres: 0.73
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1900
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Renovated
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Central Air
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Fiber Optic
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Amenities: Storage
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Sidewalk
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Basement: No
  • # Baths: 2.0
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 12x12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Third
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 14x15
  • # Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Dim: 15x11
  • Easement: Unknown
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Floor Number: 2
  • Kitchen Dim: 8x11
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Basement Level Rooms: Storage Room
  • Living Room Dim: 15x12
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 9x7
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 11x7
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Level 1 Rooms: Entrance Vestibule
  • Level 2 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Dining Room, Living Room, Porch
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath Main
  • # Rooms: 6
  • Other Room 3: Bathroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: Second
  • Other Room 4: Bathroom
  • Other Room 2 Level: Third
  • Room Features: Formal Dining Room, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet
  • Furnished Info: Unfurnished
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Information: 1 Year, 2 Years
  • Tenant Pays: Cable T.V., Electric, Heat, Hot Water, Trash Removal
  • Tenant Has Use Of: Storage Area
  • Owner Pays: Maintenance-Lawn, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water
  • Rent Includes: Maintenance-Building, Sewer, Water
  • Pre-Rental Requirements: 1.5MthSy, CredtRpt, IncmVrfy

Property History for 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4037765

$3,795
Jan 20, 2025

Rented

NJMLS #25000134

Jan 16, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3939480

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4037765

$3,795
01/20/2025

Rented

NJMLS #25000134

01/16/2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3939480

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Schools near 159 Forest Street, Unit 2

This home is within Montclair Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Watchung Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Renaissance Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montclair High School
Public9 to 12

Edgemont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

159 Forest Street, Unit 2 is available for rent in Montclair, NJ 07042. This listing's school district is Montclair Public School District. Nearby schools include Watchung Elementary School, Renaissance Middle School and Montclair High School. 159 Forest Street, Unit 2 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, a property built in 1900.

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