1 Forest Rd

Sparta, NJ 07871

$382,500
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
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per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 11/28/23
Sold 11/28/23

Description

Enjoy Lake Life in this Charming LakeStyle Home - Year Round Living or Weekend Retreat. Nestled in .40 acres in a corner lot, neighboring Sparta Township Property & a Paper Rd for additional privacy. Home is surprisingly spacious, enter into the enclosed 3 season porch and enjoy the changing seasons from the comfort of a rocking chair. The Living Room, Dining Room & Kitchen have an open floorplan - so convenient for dining and entertaining. The versatile room adjacent to the dining room can and has...Enjoy Lake Life in this Charming LakeStyle Home - Year Round Living or Weekend Retreat. Nestled in .40 acres in a corner lot, neighboring Sparta Township Property & a Paper Rd for additional privacy. Home is surprisingly spacious, enter into the enclosed 3 season porch and enjoy the changing seasons from the comfort of a rocking chair. The Living Room, Dining Room & Kitchen have an open floorplan - so convenient for dining and entertaining. The versatile room adjacent to the dining room can and has been used as an office, den and more over the years. A large, first floor master bedroom and full bathroom complete this floorplan. 2nd Level includes 2 additional bedrooms, both with deep closets for storage. LL Basement is a walkout, and houses the laundry, utility and storage areas for this home. House has Gutter Guards too! A newer, detached, shed (10 x 30) offers additional space for a workshop, storage or both. Home is ready for casual living, waiting for your individual touches or renovation & design. Move right in and make this house your own. AS IS, including appliances and driveway- Dishwasher is in place, but does not work, SS Gas Propane Stove brand new with 1 year warranty, new well holding tank, 3-zone heating. Deeded Membership to the Sparta Lake Association with beach access a few blocks away. Great commuter location, Sparta has a top rated school system. Quick close available!
  1. Listed by DONNA GONABE • RE/MAX HOUSE VALUES

Property Details for 1 Forest Road

Style
Lakestyle
Directions
Enter Sparta Lake, Lincoln Dr. to Dandelion Rd., turn right on Washington Dr, left on Forest Rd, # 1 is on the right.- reverse direction when leaving
Days On Market
21
Pets Allowed
Yes
Primary Style
Lakestyle
Section/Subdiv/Development
Sparta Lake
LISTING UPDATED: 11/29/2024 03:03 AM

Property Details for 1 Forest Road

StatusSold
MLS #3867207
Days on Market21
Taxes$6,678 / year
HOA Fees$253 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1935
Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
CountySussex County
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Sold By BHHS HORIZON REALTY, SUSAN GERARDO

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Building Information for 1 Forest Road

Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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Property Information for 1 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: RES
  • Middle/Jr High School: SPARTA
  • High School: SPARTA
  • Active Days on Market: 21
  • County #: Sussex
  • Town Name: Sparta Twp.
  • Community Living: Yes
  • Block Identifier: 32003
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: White
  • Town #: 2820.0
  • Street # Display: 1.0
  • County Or Parish: Sussex
  • Street Name: Forest Rd
  • Zip Code: 07871-3821
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $6,678
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 196300.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2818-32003-0000-00001-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2022
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
  • Assoc/Maint Fee Includes: See Remarks
  • Assoc/Maint Fee Freq: Annually
  • Assoc/Maint Fee: 253.0
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: Gravel, Off-Street Parking, On-Street Parking, See Remarks
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Description: See Remarks
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dryer, Generator-Hookup, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer
  • Lot Description: Backs to Park Land, Corner
  • Lot Identifier: 1
  • Approximate Lot Size: 175X100 AV
  • Total Acres: 0.4
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1935
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 112100.0
  • Assessment Land: 84200.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window A/C(s)
  • Services: Cable TV Available
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Propane
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: From Furnace
  • Handicap Modified: No
  • Heating: Baseboard - Hotwater, Multi-Zone
  • Fuel Type: OilAbOut
  • Sewer: Septic 3 Bedroom Town Verified
  • Amenities: Lake Privileges
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Enclosed Porch(es)
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: CODetect, FireExtg, SmokeDet, StallTub
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Laminate, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Walkout
  • # Baths: 1.0
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Easement: Unknown
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Walkout
  • Den Level: First
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Bath Main, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms
  • Master Bedroom Desc: 1st Floor
  • # Rooms: 7
  • Other Room 3: Bathroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Utility Room
  • Other Room 2 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 5: Storage Room
  • Other Room 3 Level: Basement
  • Other Room 6: Porch
  • Other Room 4 Level: First

Property History for 1 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 28, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523541557

$382,500—
Nov 28, 2023

Sold

GSMLS #3867207

$382,500—
Oct 20, 2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3867207

—
Sep 29, 2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3867207

$299,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/28/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523541557

$382,500
11/28/2023

Sold

GSMLS #3867207

$382,500
10/20/2023

Under Contract

GSMLS #3867207

—
09/29/2023

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #3867207

$299,000

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

Public Records for 1 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$84,200Additions$112,100Total$196,300
Tax Record2024$7,045 ($587 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,334 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,334 SqFtStories2Lot Size17,498 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935ZoningR-2CountySUSSEXAPN18 32003-0000-00001

Schools near 1 Forest Road

This home is within Sparta Township Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mohawk Avenue Elementary School
Public - 3
Sparta Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Sparta High School
Public - 9 to 12
Helen Morgan Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mohawk Avenue Elementary School
Public3

Sparta Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sparta High School
Public9 to 12

Helen Morgan Elementary School
Public4 to 5

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