Last Sold Price
4 beds
21 Forest Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028

Description

Tranquility awaits you in this chic Colonial home-a true escape. Wrap-around porch overlooking Glen Ridge's best street. Entry vestibule and large foyer open to LR and DR with elegant moldings & French doors to a stunning screened in porch that overlooks lush yard. The chef's kitchen features sub-zero refrigerator, beverage fridge, glass backsplash, Caesarstone countertops and a large picture window with a gorgeous view. Primary suite includes dressing room and FB & the 3rd floor will put you on...Tranquility awaits you in this chic Colonial home-a true escape. Wrap-around porch overlooking Glen Ridge's best street. Entry vestibule and large foyer open to LR and DR with elegant moldings & French doors to a stunning screened in porch that overlooks lush yard. The chef's kitchen features sub-zero refrigerator, beverage fridge, glass backsplash, Caesarstone countertops and a large picture window with a gorgeous view. Primary suite includes dressing room and FB & the 3rd floor will put you on top of the world! The 3rd floor 4th BR is an incredible multi- purpose oasis - work/exercise/play. Basement has high ceilings, laundry, rec area, loads of storage and an outside entrance..features include, CAC, high ceilings, HW floors, recessed lighting, patio, fenced yard. Close to GR mid-town direct train to NYC, Gr top rated schools, Walnut Street train station, Farmer's Market, Cafes, Brookdale Park.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/18/2022 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Susan Lovit

    Susan Lovit

    Listing Agent

    Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair

    P: (973)-477-7252

  2. Dana Schwern

    Dana Schwern

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (201)-657-5201

Property Details for 21 Forest Avenue

MLS #
22016077
Days on Market
12
Taxes
$19,016 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
-
Lot Size
-
Style
Single Family Residence
Sub style
Other
Waterfront
None
Garage
None

Location

Sold By Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair, Jimmy Syros

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Property Information for 21 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Glen Ridge
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Forest
  • County Name: ESSEX
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 21
  • Street Direction: City, Sunrise, Sunset
  • Zip Code: 07028
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: None
  • Tax: $19,016
School Information
  • Junior High School: Ridgewood Ave. M.S.
  • Senior High School: Glen Ridge H.S.
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1900-1939, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: City, Sunrise, Sunset
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In
  • Average Acres: 0.18
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 47
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heatcool: Baseboard, Electric, Radiant Floor, Steam
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths full: 2
  • Baths partial: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Description: Laundry Room, Rec Area, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout, Workshop
  • Number of rooms: 8
  • Lifestyle: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Trans
  • Full Baths Total: 3
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: None
  • Exterior: Stone, Wood Shingle
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In
  • Pool: False
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: (973) 477-7252
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $869,000.00
  • Listing Date: 05-07-2022
  • Expired Date: 10-06-2022
  • Pending Date: 05-20-2022
  • Close Date: 07-18-2022
  • Status Date: 07-17-2022
  • Sale Price: $1,388,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Tranquility awaits you in this chic Colonial home-a true escape. Wrap-around porch overlooking Glen Ridge's best street. Entry vestibule and large foyer open to LR and DR with elegant moldings & French doors to a stunning screened in porch that overlooks lush yard. The chef's kitchen features sub-zero refrigerator, beverage fridge, glass backsplash, Caesarstone countertops and a large picture window with a gorgeous view. Primary suite includes dressing room and FB & the 3rd floor will put you on top of the world! The 3rd floor 4th BR is an incredible multi- purpose oasis - work/exercise/play. Basement has high ceilings, laundry, rec area, loads of storage and an outside entrance..features include, CAC, high ceilings, HW floors, recessed lighting, patio, fenced yard. Close to GR mid-town direct train to NYC, Gr top rated schools, Walnut Street train station, Farmer's Market, Cafes, Brookdale Park.

Property History for 21 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2022

Sold

GSMLS #3780452

$1,388,000
Jul 17, 2022

Sold

NJMLS #22016077

$1,388,000
Jul 8, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495664637

$1,388,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2022

Sold

GSMLS #3780452

$1,388,000
07/17/2022

Sold

NJMLS #22016077

$1,388,000
07/08/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495664637

$1,388,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 21 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$492,000Additions$560,400Total$1,052,400
Tax Record2025$20,932 ($1,744 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,368 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,368 SqFtLot Size7,902 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1907Year Renovated1907ZoningR3CountyESSEXAPN08-00104-0000-00004

Schools near 21 Forest Avenue

This home is within Glen Ridge Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Forest Ave School
PublicPK to 2

Ridgewood Avenue School
Public3 to 6

Glen Ridge High School
Public7 to 12

Central School
PublicPK to 2

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 21 Forest Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
$1,388,000
4
$1,030,000
5
$695,000
2,225
8,050
$1,150,000
4
2,602
11,700
$562,500
6
9,147

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