NOT LISTED FOR SALE

151 Forest Ave Verona, NJ 07044

Estimated Value: $898,000 - $990,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
5,898 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold March 30, 2023

Last sale price $833,500

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,391/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Central Air
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Forest Avenue School Rated A-
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Gas Fireplace

About This Home

As of March 2023

Picturesque curb appeal and lush landscaping leads to the sun-filled vestibule front entrance or use the charming, arched gate to enter through the garden. An open flow throughout the home makes it a comfortable space to enjoy! On the first floor: living room, elegant formal dining room, generous-sized great room with stately coffered ceiling, and an unbelievable chef's kitchen with oversized center island, farm sink, SS appliances, and beautiful cabinetry. Upstairs features an idyllic primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and en suite bathroom. On the 2nd floor, you'll also find two bedrooms, another full bathroom, and proper laundry room. Relax and unwind in the 3 season screened-in porch, the perfect place for peace and quiet or head out to your beautiful deck to enjoy the immaculately maintained backyard! This beautiful home had a fullscale addition and renovation with thoughtful design, spacious rooms, and high-quality finishes. Cared and loved for turn-key property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Curtis Wright

Christie's International Real Estate Group-Montclair Listed on: 02/13/2023

Christie's International Real Estate Group-Montclair

Last Buyer's Agent

Outside Agent

Outside Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,427

Year Built

  • 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,898 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Gas Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 00045 / 01902

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,427

Year Built

1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Su Prop: Residentia
  • Ownership: Private
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Regular
  • View Type:Pond View: West
  • Co List Office Phone: 973-509-4649
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: Bloomfield Ave to Forest Ave
  • Reso Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Gas
  • Year Built Details: 1940's,Renovated,Build Prior to 1978
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Sidehall
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1940

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent, Seller Disclosure - Yes
  • Construction Type: Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5898.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13427.0
  • Tax Block: 01902
  • Tax Lot: 00045

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2023
Closed on
Mar 24, 2023
Sold by
Presa Stephen G and Presa Russell K
Bought by
Muskopf Christopher and Muskopf Jenna
Seller's Agent
Curtis Wright
Christie's International Real Estate Group-Montclair
Buyer's Agent
Outside Agent
Outside Office
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$833,500
Premium/Discount to List
$134,500
19.24%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
127
Current Estimated Value
$934,560

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$101,060
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.36%
Original Mortgage
$598,500
Outstanding Balance
$584,207
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$350,353

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2007
Sold by
Azarowicz James
Bought by
Presa Stephen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2005
Sold by
Tafur John
Bought by
Azarowicz James and Azarowicz Laura

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2001
Sold by
Digeronimo Vincent A
Bought by
Tafur John R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,550
Interest Rate
7.15%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Muskopf Christopher $833,500 Foundation Title
Presa Stephen $399,000 --
Azarowicz James $380,000 --
Tafur John R $229,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Muskopf Christopher $598,500
Previous Owner Presa Stephen G $189,000
Previous Owner Presa Stephen $198,000
Previous Owner Azarowicz James $304,000
Previous Owner Tafur John R $217,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/30/2023 03/30/23 Sold $833,500 +19.2% --
02/27/2023 02/27/23 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2023 02/13/23 For Sale $699,000 -- --
Source: New Jersey MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,736 $545,900 $234,600 $311,300
2022 $13,427 $448,600 $234,600 $214,000
2021 $13,265 $448,600 $234,600 $214,000
2020 $12,848 $448,600 $234,600 $214,000
2019 $12,426 $448,600 $234,600 $214,000
2018 $8,776 $277,800 $183,000 $94,800
2017 $8,648 $277,800 $183,000 $94,800
2016 $8,509 $277,800 $183,000 $94,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 23004266

New Jersey MLS

APN: 20-01902-0000-00045