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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • Updated 6 days ago
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WELCOME!!!! This charming, well-maintained Colonial home is located in the sought-after Historic District of the Forest Hill section of Newark. Just blocks from Branch Brook Park, "The Ballantine Gates, the Cherry Blossom Center, and the Newark Light Rail Branch Brook Park Station, with an "EASY NYC COMMUTE. This beautiful home features an inviting open floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining. Step into the welcoming foyer and enjoy a spacious layout filled with natural light. The modern kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a sliding glass door leading to the rear deck. The main level also features a warm and inviting living room with a fireplace, along with a formal dining room perfect for gatherings and special occasions.The home offers three generously sized bedrooms, a finished attic providing additional versatile living space, and three full bathrooms. The fully finished basement includes a full bath, laundry room, utility room, and additional living space ideal for recreation, guests, a home office, or extended living arrangements.Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding warmth and timeless character to every room. Step outside to enjoy a lovely rear deck overlooking a large fenced-in backyard perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. A private driveway adds everyday convenience and completes this wonderful property.

Full Property Details for 296 Montclair Ave

General

  • Price: $875,000
  • Taxes: $7,191 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Garden_State
  • MLS ID: 4025962
  • Updated: 5/7/2026
  • Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • 2nd Floor/Level 2: 1 Bedroom
  • 1st Floor/Level 1: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • Street Level: Bath Main, Dining Room, Living Room
  • Lower Level: Den, Laundry Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: See Remarks

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: 11 x 10, First
  • Bedroom 2: 11 x 12, First
  • Bedroom 3: 12 x 11, First
  • Bedroom 4: 19 x 20, Second

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 18 x 19, Ground
  • Kitchen: Not Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area, 8 x 14, Ground
  • Dining Room: 17 x 12, Ground
  • Den: Basement
  • Porch: 19 x 17, Ground
  • FamilyRm: 11 x 9, Basement
  • Rec Room: 10 x 9, Basement
  • Bathroom: 6 x 5, Basement

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Sidewalk

Parking

  • Uncovered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: Detached Garage

Location

  • County: Essex
  • Subdivision: Forest Hill
  • Driving Directions: Lake St to Montclair Ave

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: 1 Unit, Forced Hot Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Gas

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Year Built: 1925

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
  • Lot Size: 40 x 110
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: 1 Car Width

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $189,100
  • Land Assmt: $52,000
  • Tax Amount: $7,191
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Disclosures: Yes
  • APN: 1614-00785-0000-00002-0000-
  • Block: 785
  • Lot Number: 2

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Price
Change
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5/07/2026
Listed
$875,000
223.12%
MLS
3/23/2021
Sold
$270,800
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Tax History for 296 Montclair Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,191
2%
$189,100
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2022
$7,065
—
$189,100
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2021
$7,061
-2%
$189,100
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2020
$7,186
1%
$189,100
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2019
$7,112
2%
$189,100
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2018
$6,983
4%
$189,100
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2017
$6,732
3%
$189,100
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2016
$6,505
4%
$189,100
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2015
$6,257
12%
$189,100
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2013
$5,584
—
$189,100
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296 Montclair Ave, Newark, NJ 07104 (MLS# 4025962) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 296 Montclair Ave is currently listed for $875,000 and was received on May 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 296 Montclair Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newark? You can browse all Newark real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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