RENTED JAN 21, 2026

159 Valley Rd Unit 2 Montclair, NJ 07042

Estimated Value: $842,065 - $1,158,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 Sq Ft
$957/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Cats Allowed
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Hillside School Rated A

About This Home

As of January 2026

Bright, Updated, and Ideally Located in the Heart of Montclair! Enjoy this sun-filled two-bedroom, second-floor unit with oversized windows, hardwood floors throughout, and an updated kitchen and bathroom. An inviting living room filled with natural light is perfect for entertaining. The large first bedroom features an adjacent bonus room ideal for a home office. Additional highlights include two dedicated parking spaces, a laundry center, and storage on the lower level. Relax on the charming enclosed front porch, or take advantage of the unbeatable location near the Midtown Direct train, Montclair's vibrant shops and restaurants, and the scenic beauty of Edgemont Park. Welcome Home.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Elizabeth Morris

Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair Listed on: 11/26/2025

Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair

Co-Listed By

Vikram Vasisht

Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair

Last Renter's Agent

Elizabeth Morris

Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair Listed on: 11/26/2025

Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Montclair

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1902

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Magnet Elementary And Middle School
  • Montclair High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1902

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • PropertySubType: 2 Family
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • View Type:Pond View: None
  • NAV29_Unit_1_Appliances: Dishwasher, Ov/Rang/Gs, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water
  • Reso Association Amenities: None
  • Reso Pets Allowed: Cats OK, O/See Rmks
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 48002
  • Co List Office Phone: 973-783-6900
  • MLS Status: Leased - Leased
  • Directions: Watchung Avenue to Valley Road (near Chestnut Street)
  • Year Built Details: 1900-1939
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built (Public Record): 1902

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: No

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Cooling: Gas
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Schools

  • Elementary School: Magnet
  • High School: Montclair
  • Middle Or Junior School: Magnet
  • Elementary: Magnet

Lot Info

  • Lot: 41

MLS Schools

  • High School Text: Montclair

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2014
Sold by
Hyeaman Ellen and Hyeaman Samuel
Bought by
Keil Gordon B and Keil Robin
Current Estimated Value
$1,052,266

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2002
Sold by
Loffredo William
Bought by
Curley Tomas and Jennings Shawn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
6.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 1999
Sold by
King Donald
Bought by
Warsager Katherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,968
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Keil Gordon B -- None Available
Curley Tomas $240,000 --
Warsager Katherine $145,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Curley Tomas $195,000
Previous Owner Warsager Katherine $143,968
Closed Keil Gordon B --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/21/2026 01/21/26 Rented -- -- --
01/07/2026 01/07/26 Price Changed $2,750 -3.5% $3 / Sq Ft
11/26/2025 11/26/25 For Rent $2,850 +3.6% --
07/30/2024 07/30/24 Rented $2,750 0.0% --
07/19/2024 07/19/24 For Rent $2,750 +3.8% --
11/28/2022 11/28/22 Rented $2,650 0.0% --
11/09/2022 11/09/22 For Rent $2,650 -- --
Source: New Jersey MLS

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
2025 $13,804 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2024 $13,804 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2022 $13,428 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2021 $13,195 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2020 $12,983 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2019 $12,848 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2018 $12,636 $408,400 $204,300 $204,100
2017 $12,815 $343,200 $127,700 $215,500
2016 $12,472 $343,200 $127,700 $215,500
2015 $12,101 $343,200 $127,700 $215,500
2014 $11,696 $343,200 $127,700 $215,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 25041152

New Jersey MLS

APN: 13-01511-0000-00041

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