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Property Description
This pristine 3 bedroom 2 bath Colonial blends timeless charm with modern sophistication. The heart of the home is a sleek kitchen featuring quartz countertops, ss appliance and a convenient breakfast bar perfect for busy mornings. Flow seamlessly from the sun drenched living room to your private outdoor oasis, boasting a deck and patio designed for epic summer BBQs. With a fully finished basement offering a versatile rec room and a second full bath, plus a prime location minutes from schools and NYC transit, this isn't just a house it's the lifestyle upgrade you've been waiting for.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 98 Forest Ave
General
- Price: $689,000
- Taxes: $10,165 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4013495
- Updated: 3/10/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- 2nd Floor/Level 2: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main
- 1st Floor/Level 1: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
- Lower Level: Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room, Storage Room, Utility Room
- Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range and Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: 11 x 14, Second
- Bedroom 2: 11 x 11, Second
- Bedroom 3: 8 x 9, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 15 x 18, First
- Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, 15 x 10, First
- Dining Room: 12 x 8, First
- Bathroom: 7 x 5, Second
- Bathroom: 6 x 5, Basement
- Rec Room: 13 x 17, Basement
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Wood Fence
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Uncovered Spaces: 4
- Garage Description: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: Take E Lindsley Rd and Mountain Ave to Forest Ave in Essex County
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall A/C Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiators - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: All Underground
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Year Built: 1941
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size: 70 x 147
- Driveway/Sidewalk: 2 Car Width, Blacktop
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $369,800
- Land Assmt: $231,200
- Tax Amount: $10,165
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Personal Items
- Disclosures: Yes
- APN: 1621-00100-0000-00003-0000-
- Block: 100
- Lot Number: 3
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Schools
Schools serving 98 Forest Ave
School District:Caldwell-West Caldwell School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Caldwell, NJ 18 Crane Street, Caldwell, NJ 07006 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Harrison School 104 Gray Street, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 | PK- | 1.1 mi |
Grover Cleveland Middle School 36 Academy Road, Caldwell, NJ 07006 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
James Caldwell High School 265 Westville Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 98 Forest Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/10/2026
Listed
$689,000
41.33%
MLS
7/23/2019
Sold
$487,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 98 Forest Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,118
1%
$369,800
—
2023
$9,988
2%
$369,800
—
2022
$9,829
1%
$369,800
—
2021
$9,755
2%
$369,800
—
2019
$9,541
2%
$369,800
—
2018
$9,349
2%
$369,800
—
2017
$9,153
5%
$369,800
—
2016
$8,738
1%
$369,800
—
2015
$8,631
3%
$369,800
—
2013
$8,346
—
$369,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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98 Forest Ave, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 (MLS# 4013495) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 98 Forest Ave is currently listed for $689,000 and was received on March 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 98 Forest Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Caldwell? You can browse all West Caldwell real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

