Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
79 Forest Rd, Dumont, NJ 07628
Single FamilyProperty Type

Description

Charming Cape Cod set on a lovely residential street, offering 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This well-loved home has been the heart of one family for many years, where lasting memories were made. Featuring a spacious living room and dining area, generously sized bedrooms, hardwood flooring on the first floor, and a finished basement for additional living space. Set on a large property, the home offers wonderful outdoor potential. While the home would benefit from updates, it presents a fantastic opportunity...Charming Cape Cod set on a lovely residential street, offering 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This well-loved home has been the heart of one family for many years, where lasting memories were made. Featuring a spacious living room and dining area, generously sized bedrooms, hardwood flooring on the first floor, and a finished basement for additional living space. Set on a large property, the home offers wonderful outdoor potential. While the home would benefit from updates, it presents a fantastic opportunity to customize and create your dream home in a desirable neighborhood. The generous lot size also makes this an excellent opportunity for builders, investors, or those considering expansion.

Listing Agent

  1. Ellen McCourt

    Ellen McCourt

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker, Hillsdale

    P: (201) 543-1962

Listing closed: 05/04/2026 08:00 PM • Source: NJMLS, MLS#: 26009498

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Property Information for 79 Forest Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,773 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Style: Single Family Residence
  • Sub style: Other
  • Waterfront: None
  • Garage: O/See Remk
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area name: Dumont
  • Flood plain: None
  • Street Name: Forest
  • County Name: BERGEN
  • Status: Closed
  • Street Number Numeric: 79
  • Street Direction: North
  • Zip Code: 07628
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Other Charges: True
  • Association: None
  • Additional subst: None
  • Tax: $11,773
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot description: Regular
  • Year Built: 1940's, Build Prior to 1978
  • Views exposure: North
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In
Property and Assessments
  • Photo Number: 18
Utilities
  • Heatcool: Oil, Radiators
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Baths full: 1
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement Description: FULL AND PART FINISHED
  • Number of rooms: 6
  • Lifestyle: None
  • Full Baths Total: 1
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Fireplace: None
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Miscellaneous: Deck / Patio, Hdwd As In
  • Pool Type: None
Agent
Sale and Listing Information
  • Management Phone: (201) 543-1962
  • Search Class: RES, Residential
  • List Price: $450,000.00
  • Listing Date: 03-23-2026
  • Pending Date: 04-09-2026
  • Close Date: 05-05-2026
  • Status Date: 05-06-2026
  • Sale Price: $470,000
Showing Information
  • Internet Remarks: Charming Cape Cod set on a lovely residential street, offering 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This well-loved home has been the heart of one family for many years, where lasting memories were made. Featuring a spacious living room and dining area, generously sized bedrooms, hardwood flooring on the first floor, and a finished basement for additional living space. Set on a large property, the home offers wonderful outdoor potential. While the home would benefit from updates, it presents a fantastic opportunity to customize and create your dream home in a desirable neighborhood. The generous lot size also makes this an excellent opportunity for builders, investors, or those considering expansion.

Property History for 79 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940201165

$470,000—
May 5, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940000086

$470,000—
May 4, 2026

Sold

NJMLS #26009498

$470,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940201165

$470,000
05/05/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940000086

$470,000
05/04/2026

Sold

NJMLS #26009498

$470,000

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

Public Records for 79 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$310,000Additions$231,100Total$541,100
Tax Record2025$11,773 ($981 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,206 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,206 SqFtLot Size5,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1940ZoningRACountyBERGENAPN10-00408-0000-00007

Schools near 79 Forest Road

This home is within Dumont Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Honiss Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Dumont High School
Public9 to 12

Grant Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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: 79 Forest Road, Dumont, NJ 07628
$470,000
3
–
–
–
–
–
1,206
5,001
$256,000
3
–
5,001
$299,900
–
–
1,118
5,001
$417,000
–
–
1,420
5,001
$303,000
–
–
2,056
5,001

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