NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Forest Ave Glen Ridge, NJ 07028

Estimated Value: $2,186,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,539 Sq Ft
$618/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 06, 2022

Last sale price $1,651,000 $467 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,718/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Central Air
  • Forest Avenue School Rated A-

About This Home

As of June 2022

Elegant 5/4.1 bath center hall blends extraordinary architectural details w/ modern updates. Located on a prime block in GR, it has been renovated top to bottom. You will be wowed by the pretty Mediterranean tile roof and inviting vestibule w/ stained glass, chestnut trim, hand-laid mosaic tile floor. A large foyer commands your attention with high ceilings, trim & molding, Hdwd flrs, grand staircase, flanked by large LR & DR. A sunroom with custom built-ins is perfect as a home office. The bright, new modern eat-in kit offers features even a prof chef would adore! Two ovens (elec&gas), Samsung fridge, hood and DW, gray quartz counters, sleek white cabinetry w/ pull-outs & large pantry. Off the kitchen is an airy 3-season porch where you can enjoy morning coffee. Adjacent to the kitchen is an elegant powder rm with hotel-quality fixtures, set on white hexagonal tiled floor. Escape to the primary suite w/ spa-like bath (radiant fl heat, shower, jetted tub) and a 2nd sunny BR.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Michaud

Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group Listed on: 03/08/2022

Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Outside Agent

Outside Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,162

Lot Details

  • 8,821 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 00022 / 00122

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,162

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Su Prop: Residentia
  • Ownership: Private
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot
  • View Type:Pond View: South
  • Co List Office Phone: 973-783-7400
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: Between Forest Ave and Glen Ridge Parkway
  • Reso Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Year Built Details: 1900-1939,Build Prior to 1978
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Other
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Basement Remarks: GREAT ROOM, FULL BATH, EXERCISE ROOM, LAUNDRY ROOM

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent, Seller Disclosure - No
  • Construction Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water, Zoned, Oil, Radiant

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8821.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 31162.0
  • Tax Block: 00122
  • Tax Lot: 00022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2022
Closed on
Jun 6, 2022
Sold by
Keany and Suzanne
Bought by
Gutman Justin and Gutman Jaymiane
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Michaud
Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group
Buyer's Agent
Outside Agent
Outside Office
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,651,000
Premium/Discount to List
$402,000
32.19%
Current Estimated Value
$2,186,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$535,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.23%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2018
Closed on
Aug 28, 2018
Sold by
Eric Pratt
Bought by
Keany Michael and Michaud Suzanne
Seller's Agent
Sidney Simon
WEST OF HUDSON REAL ESTATE
Buyer's Agent
ROBERTA PLUTZIK BALDWIN
KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
5.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.37%
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
4.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2010
Sold by
Miller Edward P and Miller Barbara M
Bought by
Pratt Eric and Pratt Tiffany

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$592,000
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1992
Sold by
Candela Joseph and Candela Eugenia
Bought by
Miller Edward and Miller Barbara
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gutman Justin $1,651,000 None Listed On Document
Keany Michael $1,050,000 --
Pratt Eric $740,000 None Available
Miller Edward $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Keany Michael A $820,000
Previous Owner Keany Michael $840,000
Previous Owner Keany Michael --
Previous Owner Pratt Eric $100,000
Previous Owner Pratt Eric H $587,000
Previous Owner Pratt Eric $100,000
Previous Owner Pratt Eric $520,000
Previous Owner Pratt Tiffany $95,600
Previous Owner Pratt Eric $496,000
Previous Owner Pratt Eric $592,000
Previous Owner Miller Edward P $240,000
Previous Owner Miller Edward P $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2022 06/06/22 Sold $1,651,000 +32.2% $467 / Sq Ft
03/23/2022 03/23/22 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2022 03/08/22 For Sale $1,249,000 +19.0% $353 / Sq Ft
07/19/2018 07/19/18 Sold $1,050,000 +5.5% $297 / Sq Ft
05/15/2018 05/15/18 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2018 04/23/18 For Sale $995,000 -- $281 / Sq Ft
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
2025 $32,991 $999,400 $496,400 $503,000
2024 $32,991 $999,400 $496,400 $503,000
2022 $32,199 $977,800 $496,400 $481,400
2021 $31,730 $977,800 $496,400 $481,400
2020 $31,162 $977,800 $496,400 $481,400
2019 $30,224 $977,800 $496,400 $481,400
2018 $29,150 $790,200 $424,500 $365,700
2017 $28,503 $790,200 $424,500 $365,700
2016 $27,689 $790,200 $424,500 $365,700
2015 $27,072 $790,200 $424,500 $365,700
2014 $26,653 $790,200 $424,500 $365,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Suzanne Michaud

    Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group

    (201) 452-1235

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

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  • O

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Outside Agent

    Outside Office

  • Sidney Simon

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Sidney Simon

    WEST OF HUDSON REAL ESTATE

    (973) 900-7316

    2 in this area

    64 Total Sales

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  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    ROBERTA PLUTZIK BALDWIN

    KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 22007427

New Jersey MLS

APN: 08-00122-0000-00022

New Jersey Essex County Glen Ridge 07028

281 Forest Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ

This home is located at 281 Forest Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 since 08 March 2022 and is currently estimated at $2,186,000, approximately $617 per square foot. 281 Forest Ave is a home located in Essex County with nearby schools including Forest Avenue School, Ridgewood Avenue School, and Glen Ridge High School.

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