256 Forest Ave

Glen Ridge, NJ 07028

$1,749,000
Price
5
Beds
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Coming SoonOpen: 1/30 05:00PM - 07:00PM
Coming SoonOpen: 1/30 05:00PM - 07:00PM

Description

Set in the heart of Forest Avenue, this beautifully renovated and impeccably maintained Center Hall Colonial checks every box. The classic Center Hall floorplan flows from the spacious entryway into the dining room on the right and living room on the left. The living room opens to the family room and 3 season room overlooking the backyard, perfect for a playroom or home office. Off of the dining room, the eat-in kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and brand new quartz...Set in the heart of Forest Avenue, this beautifully renovated and impeccably maintained Center Hall Colonial checks every box. The classic Center Hall floorplan flows from the spacious entryway into the dining room on the right and living room on the left. The living room opens to the family room and 3 season room overlooking the backyard, perfect for a playroom or home office. Off of the dining room, the eat-in kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and brand new quartz countertops, all overlooking a patio and professionally landscaped backyard perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A powder room and back entry complete the first floor. On the second floor, the spacious primary suite offers three closets and a renovated en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms with generous closet space and a renovated hall bath complete the second level. The third floor adds even more flexibility with an additional bedroom, a full bath, and a large storage area with an oversized closet. The finished basement extends the living space with a recreation room featuring built-ins, a wet bar with refrigerator, an exercise room, a full bath, and a finished laundry room. Thoughtful upgrades include front and back sprinkler systems, landscape lighting, and central air conditioning. Forest Avenue offers a true community feel, with its famous trick-or-treating as well as unbeatable convenience with NYC commute options from MidTown Direct train and bus service.
  1. Listed by AMY OWENS • KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP

Property Details for 256 Forest Avenue

Style
Colonial
Directions
Forest Avenue between Avon Pl and Glen Ridge Pkwy
Days On Market
1
Primary Style
Colonial

Open Houses

Friday, Jan 30th

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Public

Saturday, Jan 31st

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Feb 1st

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 01/23/2026 07:16 PM

Property Details for 256 Forest Avenue

StatusComing Soon
MLS #4006630
Days on Market-
Taxes$33,014 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 256 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,275 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,524

Property Taxes

$2,751

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 256 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: RIDGEWOOD
  • Grade School: FOREST
  • High School: GLEN RIDGE
  • Active Days on Market: 1
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: Glen Ridge Boro Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 121
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 1608.0
  • Street # Display: 256.0
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Forest Ave
  • Zip Code: 07028-1727
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: $33,014
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
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  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 965900.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1608-00121-0000-00012-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width
  • # Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Lot Identifier: 12
  • Approximate Lot Size: 63X150
  • Total Acres: 0.22
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1929
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 468400.0
  • Assessment Land: 497500.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water
  • Heating: Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Brick, Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Primary Bath Features: Stall Shower
  • # Baths: 4.1
  • # Full Baths: 4
  • # Half Baths: 1
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Gas Fireplace, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Ground Level Rooms: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Level 1 Rooms: Dining Room, Entrance Vestibule, Family Room, Florida/3Season, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Powder Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Storage Room
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Full Bath
  • # Rooms: 11

Property History for 256 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26002736

$1,749,000—
May 15, 2014

Sold

GSMLS #3114098

$925,000—
May 13, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #418654366

$925,000—
Jan 17, 2014

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3114098

$899,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

NJMLS #26002736

$1,749,000
05/15/2014

Sold

GSMLS #3114098

$925,000
05/13/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #418654366

$925,000
01/17/2014

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3114098

$899,000

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

Public Records for 256 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$497,500Additions$468,400Total$965,900
Tax Record2024$33,014 ($2,751 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,894 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,894 SqFtLot Size9,448 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPN08 00121-0000-00012

Schools near 256 Forest Avenue

This home is within Glen Ridge Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Forest Ave School
Public - PK to 2
Ridgewood Avenue School
Public - 3 to 6
Glen Ridge High School
Public - 7 to 12
Central School
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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More information about 256 Forest Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028

256 Forest Avenue is a single family home Coming Soon in Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. This property is currently priced at $1,749,000. This listing's school district is Glen Ridge Public School District. Nearby schools include Forest Ave School, Ridgewood Avenue School and Glen Ridge High School. 256 Forest Avenue is a 5-bed, 5-bath, single family home built in 1929.

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