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  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 16 hours ago

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256 Forest Ave,Glen Ridge, NJ 07028

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    256 Forest Ave,Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
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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.

Full Property Details for 256 Forest Ave

General

  • Price: $1,749,000
  • Taxes: $33,014 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 4006630
  • Updated: Today (1/29/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 11
  • 3rd Floor/Level 3: 1 Bedroom, Bath(s) Other, Storage Room
  • 2nd Floor/Level 2: Bath Main, Bath(s) Other
  • 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Entrance Vestibule, Family Room, Florida/3Season, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Powder Room
  • Street Level: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Gas Fireplace, Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Full Bath

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Underground Lawn Sprinkler

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • County: Essex
  • Driving Directions: Forest Avenue between Avon Pl and Glen Ridge Pkwy

School Information

  • Elementary School: FOREST
  • Middle School: RIDGEWOOD
  • High School: GLEN RIDGE

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Radiators - Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public Water
  • Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Year Built: 1929

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
  • Lot Size: 63 x 150
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $965,900
  • Land Assmt: $497,500
  • Tax Amount: $33,014
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Disclosures: Yes
  • APN: 1608-00121-0000-00012-0000-
  • Block: 121
  • Lot Number: 12

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Schools serving 256 Forest Ave

School District:Glen Ridge Borough School District
NameGradesDistance
Forest Ave School
287 Forest Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
PK-20.2 mi
Ridgewood Avenue School
235 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
3-61.2 mi
Glen Ridge High School
200 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
7-121.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 256 Forest Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/29/2026
Listed
$1,749,000
89.08%
MLS
5/13/2014
Sold
$925,000
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Tax History for 256 Forest Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$33,014
1%
$965,900
—
2023
$32,589
2%
$965,900
—
2022
$31,807
1%
$965,900
—
2021
$31,343
2%
$965,900
16%
2018
$30,740
2%
$833,300
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2017
$30,057
3%
$833,300
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2016
$29,199
-2%
$833,300
-14%
2019
$29,856
5%
$965,900
16%
2015
$28,549
13%
$833,300
7%
2013
$25,245
—
$777,500
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256 Forest Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 (MLS# 4006630) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 256 Forest Ave is currently listed for $1,749,000 and was received on January 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 256 Forest Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Glen Ridge? You can browse all Glen Ridge real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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