343 Forest Road

Sold 9/18/26
Sold 9/18/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,600,000
5 beds5,738 sqft
343 Forest Rd, South Orange, NJ 07079
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.43 acresLot Size
1937Year Built
$279/sq ftPrice per sq ft
7 carsParking Spaces

Description

Magnificent over 5000 SQ FT Georgian revival Colonial with captivating outdoor pool surrounded by gold quartzite flagstone patio and lush plantings. Stepping into the grand center hall you are immediately taken in by the grand staircase and exquisite detailing. There are 3 wood burning fireplaces, all adorned by beautifully carved mantles. You will find hand painted and signed stunning fresco walls and hand carved scalloped corner cabinets in the dining room. French doors lead you onto an elegant...Magnificent over 5000 SQ FT Georgian revival Colonial with captivating outdoor pool surrounded by gold quartzite flagstone patio and lush plantings. Stepping into the grand center hall you are immediately taken in by the grand staircase and exquisite detailing. There are 3 wood burning fireplaces, all adorned by beautifully carved mantles. You will find hand painted and signed stunning fresco walls and hand carved scalloped corner cabinets in the dining room. French doors lead you onto an elegant slate patio. The open kitchen features Poggenpohl designer cabinets, SS appliances and sliders to the outdoor patio. A cozy den conveniently off the kitchen is a great place to relax. The library/office complete with woodburning fireplace is a great home office space. Wait until you get to the lower level! The large paneled rec room complete with a full wet bar is a fun place for casual get togethers. the lower level also has an exercise room, large storage area, inside access to the 3 car garage and a full walk out. The 2nd floor features spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths and closets galore including 2 cedar closets. The spacious primary suite features a dressing room with vanity, 2 WIC, woodburning FP and an en suite bathroom. And don't miss the Juliet balcony on the 2nd floor overlooking the lovely pool area. This wonderful home is on one of the prettiest streets in town and just a short walk to NYC train, downtown and Floods Hill, Baird center and more

Listing Agent

  1. CAROLINE FARNSWORTH

    CAROLINE FARNSWORTH

    Listing Agent

    COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

    P: (973) 378-8300

    M: (973) 698-0737

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Listing closed: 09/18/2026 12:00 AM • Source: GSMLS Back Office, MLS#: 4027518
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Property Information for 343 Forest Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $36,584 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Essex County
  • Style: Colonial
  • Directions: Wyoming or N.Ridgewood to Forest Rd
  • Days On Market: 28
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Primary Style: Colonial
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Lot Size: 0.43 AC / 18,730 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Middle/Jr High School: S ORANGE
  • High School: COLUMBIA
  • Active Days on Market: 28
  • County #: Essex
  • Town Name: South Orange Village Twp.
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 301
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 1619.0
  • Street # Display: 343.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 4
  • County Or Parish: Essex
  • Street Name: Forest Rd
  • Zip Code: 07079-1632
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: $36,584
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 1415800.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 1619-00301-0000-00005-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Driveway-Exclusive
  • # Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Description: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: CarbMDet, CookElec, Dishwshr, Dryer, Refrig, OvnWElec, Washer
  • Approx Sq Ft: 5738.0
  • Lot Identifier: 5
  • Approximate Lot Size: .433 AC
  • Total Acres: 0.43
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1937
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 890400.0
  • Assessment Land: 525400.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Amenities: Pool-Outdoor, Storage
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In-Ground Pool, Outdoor Pool
  • Exterior Description: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Patio, Wood Fence
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: BarWet, CODetect, CedrClst, Drapes, FireExtg, SmokeDet, TubShowr, WlkInCls, WndwTret
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Roof Description: Slate
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full, Walkout
  • # Baths: 4.2
  • # Full Baths: 4
  • # Half Baths: 2
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Dim: 22x18
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Dim: 21x16
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Dim: 14x13
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Dim: 16x12
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Dim: 21x16
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Fireplace Desc: Bedroom 1, Library, Living Room
  • # Fireplaces: 3
  • Kitchen Dim: 22x12
  • Kitchen Area: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Exercise,GarEnter,GreatRm,Laundry,OutEntrn,PowderRm,Storage,Workshop
  • Den Dim: 15x14
  • Den Level: First
  • Living Room Dim: 27x18
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Dim: 18x14
  • Other Room 2 Dim: 10x8
  • Other Room 3 Dim: 21x14
  • Other Room 4 Dim: 19x15
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 1Bedroom,BathOthr,Den,DiningRm,Vestibul,Foyer,Kitchen,Library,LivingRm,OutEntrn,PowderRm
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • Master Bedroom Desc: Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
  • # Rooms: 13
  • Other Room 3: Office
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Bedroom/Office
  • Other Room 2 Level: First
  • Other Room 5: Great Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 6: Foyer
  • Other Room 4 Level: First

Property History for 343 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 18, 2026

Sold

GSMLS #4027518

$1,600,000—
Jun 10, 2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4027518

—
May 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4027518

$1,650,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/18/2026

Sold

GSMLS #4027518

$1,600,000
06/10/2026

Under Contract

GSMLS #4027518

—
05/13/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4027518

$1,650,000

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

Public Records for 343 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$525,400Additions$890,400Total$1,415,800
Tax Record2025$36,584 ($3,049 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt4,923 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,923 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,861 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1939ZoningR100CountyESSEXAPN19-00301-0000-00005

Schools near 343 Forest Road

This home is within South Orange-Maplewood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Mountain Annex
Public - K to 5
South Orange Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Marylawn of the Oranges Academy
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South Mountain Annex
PublicK to 5

South Orange Middle School
Public6 to 8

Columbia Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Marylawn of the Oranges Academy
Private6 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 343 Forest Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$1,600,000
5
5,738
18,730
350 Ravine Drive, South Orange, NJ 07079
$880,500
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3,481
18,295
333 Forest Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$1,250,000
6
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27,442
365 Forest Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$1,700,000
6
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31,798
344 Forest Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$825,000
6
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28,749
330 Forest Road, South Orange, NJ 07079
$927,500
6
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14,374

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