42 Forrest Ave

2,847 Sq. Ft.
$755 / Sq. Ft.
2,847
Sq. Ft.
$755
per Sq. Ft.

Description

From the moment you arrive, this beautifully designed home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and everyday functionality. The covered front porch welcomes you to this inviting Rumson Colonial featuring custom millwork, high ceilings, oversized windows, and hardwood floors throughout. The first floor features a large family room with custom built-ins and fireplace, seamlessly open to the bright and airy eat-in kitchen with sliders to the backyard and a butler's pantry leading to the elegantly...From the moment you arrive, this beautifully designed home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and everyday functionality. The covered front porch welcomes you to this inviting Rumson Colonial featuring custom millwork, high ceilings, oversized windows, and hardwood floors throughout. The first floor features a large family room with custom built-ins and fireplace, seamlessly open to the bright and airy eat-in kitchen with sliders to the backyard and a butler's pantry leading to the elegantly designed dining room. A home office, powder room and convenient mudroom complete the main level. The second floor features a primary suite with vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, and a full bath with double sinks, along with three additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a convenient second
  1. Listed by Elizabeth Lubin • Heritage House Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 42 Forrest Avenue

Complex/Subdivision
None
Zoning
Residential, Single Family
Style
Colonial
Waterview
No
Directions
Ridge Rd to Forrest Ave
LISTING UPDATED: 04/18/2026 08:07 AM

Property Details for 42 Forrest Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #22610559
Days on Market3
Taxes$19,891 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2010
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyMonmouth County

Location

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Building Information for 42 Forrest Avenue

Stories2Year Built2010Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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Property Information for 42 Forrest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/Section: None
  • Postal City: Rumson
  • State: NJ
  • Municipality: Rumson (RUM)
  • Elementary School: Deane-Porter
  • Middle School: Forrestdale
  • High School: Rumson-Fair Haven
  • Other Elementary: Rumson Country Day
  • Block: 42
  • Apx Year Built: 2010.0
  • House Number: 42
  • Street Name: Forrest
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Zip Code: 07760
  • County: Monmouth
Parking
  • Garage: Detached
  • Foyer Level: First
  • Parking: Driveway
  • # Car Garage: 1.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA: No
  • Tax ID#: 41-00042-0000-00005
  • Taxes: $19,891.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Apx SqFt: 2847.0
  • Acreage: 0.17
  • Lot: 5
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 156
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment - Total: 1896200.0
  • Assessment - Improvements: 1084600.0
  • Assessment Status: Assessed
  • Asmnt - Land: 811600.0
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: A
  • List Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Utilities
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Cooling: 2 Zoned AC
  • Heating: Forced Air, 2 Zoned Heat
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Roof: Timberline
  • Exterior: Fence, Thermal Window, Underground Sprinkler System, Porch - Open, Patio, Lighting
Interior Features
  • Interior: Attic - Walk Up, Sliding Doors, Recessed Lighting, Built-in Features, Ceilings - 9Ft+ 2nd Flr, Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr, Beamed Ceilings
  • # Levels: 2
  • Basement: Full, Finished
  • Bedroom Level: Second
  • Dining Room: Floor - Wood, Dec Molding
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Foyer: Floor - Wood
  • Great/Family Room: Floor - Wood, Dec Molding, Built-Ins, Ceilings - Beamed, Fireplace - Woodburning
  • Kitchen: Floor - Wood, Dec Molding, Granite/Stone Counter, Eat-In
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Living Room: Floor - Wood
  • Mud Level: First
  • Office Level: First
  • Included: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Washer, Screens, Refrigerator, Light Fixtures, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher
  • Excluded: Basement fridge
  • Floors: Wood
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Baths: 3.1
  • Full Baths: 3.0
  • Half Baths: 1.0
  • # Level 1 - Baths: 1.0
  • # Level 2 - Baths: 2.0
  • # Basement - Baths: 1.0
  • # Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Siding: Vinyl
  • Rooms: Bedroom, Office, Mud, Primary Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Foyer, Family Room, Dining Room
  • Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Shower Stall
  • Primary Bedroom: Floor - Wood, Walk-in Closet, Full Bath, TRY/VLT/CATH
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Multi Family
Room1
  • Room Description: Foyer
  • Level1: 1
Room2
  • Room Description: Office
  • Level2: 1
Room3
  • Room Description: Dining Room
  • Level3: 1
Room4
  • Room Description: Family Room
  • Level4: 1
Room5
  • Room Description: Kitchen
  • Level5: 1
Room6
  • Room Description: Mud
  • Level6: 1
Room7
  • Room Description: Primary Bedroom
  • Level7: 2
Room8
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level8: 2
Room9
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level9: 2
Room10
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level10: 2
Room11
  • Room Description: Laundry
  • Level11: 2

Property History for 42 Forrest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22610559

$2,149,000
Sep 2, 2022

Closed

MOMLS #22215175

$1,700,000
Aug 23, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1497639781

$1,700,000

+4.5% / yr

May 27, 2022

Pending

MOMLS #22215175

May 27, 2022

Active Under Contract

MOMLS #22215175

May 27, 2022

Pending

MOMLS #22215175

May 19, 2022

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22215175

$1,549,000
Jun 3, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #291724258

$998,000

+189.1% / yr

Sep 2, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #275659425

$450,000
Sep 2, 2009

Closed

MOMLS #20922714

$450,000
Jun 10, 2009

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #20922714

$475,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22610559

$2,149,000
09/02/2022

Closed

MOMLS #22215175

$1,700,000
08/23/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1497639781

$1,700,000

+4.5% / yr

05/27/2022

Pending

MOMLS #22215175

05/27/2022

Active Under Contract

MOMLS #22215175

05/27/2022

Pending

MOMLS #22215175

05/19/2022

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22215175

$1,549,000
06/03/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #291724258

$998,000

+189.1% / yr

09/02/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #275659425

$450,000
09/02/2009

Closed

MOMLS #20922714

$450,000
06/10/2009

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #20922714

$475,000

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Public Records for 42 Forrest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$811,600Additions$1,084,600Total$1,896,200
Tax Record2024$19,567 ($1,631 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,992 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,847 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,145 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2010Zoning8836CountyMONMOUTHAPN41 00042-0000-00005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 Forrest Avenue

This home is within Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Deane-Porter Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Forrestdale Middle School
Public4 to 8

Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School
Public9 to 12

The Rumson Country Day School
PrivatePK to 8

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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42 Forrest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Rumson, NJ 07760. This property was listed for sale on April 16, 2026 by Heritage House Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $2,149,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on September 2, 2022. This listing's school districts are Rumson Borough School District, Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School District. Nearby schools include Deane-Porter Elementary School, Forrestdale Middle School and Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School. 42 Forrest Avenue is a 4-bed, 3.1-bath, 2,847 sqft single family home built in 2010.

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