1657 Forest Hill Rd

Plainfield, NJ 07060

$923,000
Price
5
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Description

Located on one of the most sought-after addresses in the Heart of Sleepy Hollow. This classic Colonial with an abundance of charm and modern convenience of today's living especially the open concept 20x23 kitchen. Home boasts of 10 rooms, 5 brm, 3 full and 1 half baths, 3 fireplaces. The highlight of this home is a stunning kitchen featuring granite counter tops, center island and a custom breakfast nook, top of the line stainless steel appliances an ideal space for everyday living and effortless...Located on one of the most sought-after addresses in the Heart of Sleepy Hollow. This classic Colonial with an abundance of charm and modern convenience of today's living especially the open concept 20x23 kitchen. Home boasts of 10 rooms, 5 brm, 3 full and 1 half baths, 3 fireplaces. The highlight of this home is a stunning kitchen featuring granite counter tops, center island and a custom breakfast nook, top of the line stainless steel appliances an ideal space for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The living room offers wood burning fireplace custom build-ins, while the formal dining room opens to natural sunlit sunroom and outdoor patio. The large family room, anchored by a stunning stone wood burning fireplace, provides an inviting space for everyday relaxation. A convenient half bath completes the first floor. Second floor features primary bedroom includes en suite bath with steam shower. A second bedroom with an en suite bath is perfect for guests, and three additional bedrooms including one converted into a custom closet share a spacious full bath. Lower level adds even more living space with a decorative fireplace. Central air and a whole house generator provide dependable comfort throughout the seasons. The fenced yard features a lush garden and a charming patio with a built-in grill, along with a storage shed that adds practical outdoor storage. Landscaping virtually enhanced. Sellers $1000 towards front landscaping. Fpl "sold as is"no known issues.
  1. Listed by JOHN DEMARCO • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
  2. Listed by EWELINA SOLIS • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Property Details for 1657 Forest Hill Road

Style
Colonial
Directions
Watchung Avenue to Charlotte Road right onto Forest Hill Rd
Days On Market
4
Primary Style
Colonial
Section/Subdiv/Development
Sleepy Hollow
LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 09:03 AM

Property Details for 1657 Forest Hill Road

StatusActive
MLS #4024435
Days on Market7
Taxes$21,431 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1937
Lot Size-
CountyUnion County
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Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, JOHN DEMARCO; COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, EWELINA SOLIS
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Building Information for 1657 Forest Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size-

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$4,648

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Property Information for 1657 Forest Hill Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: residential
  • Address Included: Y
  • Active Days on Market: 4
  • County #: Union
  • Town Name: Plainfield City
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 937
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Blue
  • Town #: 2912.0
  • Street # Display: 1657.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Union
  • Street Name: Forest Hill Rd
  • Zip Code: 07060-1952
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $21,431
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 240100.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2912-00937-0000-00032-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $9
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Driveway-Exclusive, On-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, Dishwshr, Dryer, GenBltIn, KitExhFn, Microwav, RgOvGas, Refrig, OvnWGas, Washer, WineRefr
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 32
  • Approximate Lot Size: 90X185.31 IRR
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1937
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 141200.0
  • Assessment Land: 98900.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: 1 Unit, Central Air, Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV, Cable TV Available, Garbage Extra Charge
  • Utilities: Gas In Street, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: GasNatur,OilAbIn
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Barbeque, Metal Fence, Patio, Storage Shed, Storm Door(s), Storm Window(s), Thermal Windows/Doors
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, CODetect, CedrClst, SecurSys, StallShw, TubShowr, WlkInCls, WndwTret
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Stall Shower, Steam
  • # Baths: 3.1
  • # Full Baths: 3
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 12x18
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 12x12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 12x15
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 13x14
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 14x14
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Family Room Dim: 20x20
  • Fireplace Desc: Family Room, Living Room, Rec Room, Wood Burning
  • # Fireplaces: 3
  • Kitchen Dim: 20x23
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar, Center Island, Country Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Living Room Dim: 16x18
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 10x10
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 14x24
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: Breakfst,ConvGar,DiningRm,FamilyRm,Foyer,Kitchen,LivingRm,OutEntrn,Pantry,PowderRm,Solarium,Sunroom
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Office
  • Level 3 Rooms: Attic
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom/Office
  • Other Room 1 Level: Second
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom/Office
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 5: Rec Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: First

Property History for 1657 Forest Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4024435

$923,000—
Nov 24, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3991173

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Oct 10, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CJMLS #2605787R

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/30/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4024435

$923,000
11/24/2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3991173

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10/10/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CJMLS #2605787R

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Schools near 1657 Forest Hill Road

This home is within Plainfield Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Woodland Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Maxson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Plainfield High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pinnacle Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Woodland Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Maxson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Plainfield High School
Public9 to 12

Pinnacle Academy High School
Public9 to 12

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.

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More information about 1657 Forest Hill Road, Plainfield, NJ 07060

1657 Forest Hill Road is a single family home for sale in Plainfield, NJ 07060. This property was listed for sale on April 30, 2026 by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, it's currently listed at $923,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on November 19, 2021. This listing's school district is Plainfield Public School District. Nearby schools include Woodland Elementary School, Maxson Middle School and Plainfield High School. 1657 Forest Hill Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, single family home built in 1937.

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Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, JOHN DEMARCO; COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, EWELINA SOLIS

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