$685,000
SOLD OCT 22, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
5,001 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

5% Above List Price

20 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2025

Located in Newarkâ€TMs highly desirable Forest Hill neighborhood, this beautiful home offers incredible space and modern upgrades right across from Branch Brook Park! The finished basement includes its own private entrance to the driveway, a relaxing sauna, and a washer and dryer. An attached garage and 4-car driveway provide plenty of parking, while the newer roof (approximately 5 years old) and new fence around the yard add value and privacy. Inside, the formal living room features beautiful wood flooring throughout, and the spacious kitchen offers a center island and a bonus room. The primary suite boasts a walk-in closet along with two additional closets, while two more well-sized bedrooms share a bath. The finished attic, complete with HVAC and AC, is perfect for an office, playroom, or guest space. Recent updates include a newer furnace and water heater. Enjoy amazing park views and an unbeatable location just steps from the Ballantine Gates, Cherry Blossom Center, and Light Rail for an easy NYC commute. This solid home offers versatility and charm in one of Newarkâ€TMs most sought-after streets. Book your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marilyn Rey

Keller Williams Prosperity Realty Listed on: 08/14/2025

Keller Williams Prosperity Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

James Palma

Raymond-Rhodes Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,883

Lot Details

  • 5,001 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Finished Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 38 / 605

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,883

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: None
  • Co List Office Phone: 973-696-0077
  • MLS Status: Sold - Sold
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Year Built Details: 1950's,Build Prior to 1978
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Other
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bathroom: No
  • Basement Remarks: Finished-Fully

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Disclosures: Seller's Agent, Seller Disclosure - Yes
  • Exclusions: Personal items.
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5001.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7883.0
  • Tax Block: 605
  • Tax Lot: 38

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2025
Closed on
Oct 15, 2025
Sold by
Herasme Yokasta
Bought by
Medina Julio E
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Rey
Keller Williams Prosperity Realty
Buyer's Agent
James Palma
Raymond-Rhodes Real Estate
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
5.38%
Views
37

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-65.74%
Original Mortgage
$505,000
Outstanding Balance
$504,530
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$117,515

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2016
Sold by
Herasme Yokasta and Lugo Luis T
Bought by
Herasme Yokasta

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2015
Sold by
Ortiz Hector and Ortiz Eva
Bought by
Herasme Yokasta and Lugo Luis T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 1980
Bought by
Ortiz Hector and Ortiz Eva
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $685,000 Prestige Title
Deed $75,000 First American Title
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $50,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $505,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/22/2025 10/22/25 Sold $685,000 +5.4% --
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2025 08/14/25 For Sale $650,000 -- --
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
2025 $7,728 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2024 $7,728 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2022 $7,745 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2021 $7,741 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2020 $7,877 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2019 $7,797 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2018 $7,656 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2017 $7,380 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2016 $7,131 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2015 $6,860 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
2014 $6,428 $207,300 $67,500 $139,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: New Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 25028399

New Jersey MLS

APN: 14-00605-0000-00038