Seller's Agent in 2022
Nicole Schecter
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 468-0903
31 in this area
114 Total Sales
708 Forest Ave Westfield, NJ 07090
Estimated Value: $866,000 - $1,078,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
--
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Franklin Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
About This Home
As of June 2022Fall in love with this classic, pristine, and spacious colonial in one of Westfield's most coveted and desirable neighborhoods. This home is the perfect blend of old-world charm featuring custom archways with all the modern updates of today. Enter in the foyer and you are greeted with a spacious mudroom & closet, a sun filled living room with a wood burning fireplace, a 1st floor office with french doors out to a screened in porch, an oversized dining room wrapped in windows and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen features a separate dining area, a walk-in pantry and steps out to the beautiful and spacious leveled lot. Second floor holds the primary bedroom with sitting room/walk in closet (potential for master bath) and plenty of storage space. Two additional sizable bedrooms and a renovated full bath complete the second floor. Walk upstairs to a generously sized third floor attic that can easily be renovated to add a fourth bedroom, office, or recreation area. Fully finished basement with powder and recreation area and plenty of storage. Walking distance to Franklin elementary, Roosevelt intermediate school and Westfield's premier downtown. Step outside into this backyard oasis with a 2 car garage, a professionally landscaped & spacious fenced in lot with a separate paver patio that's perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Gas line in back for BBQ's! This is a must see!! Location location location!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,262
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Fiberglass Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Tile
Interior Spaces
- Blinds
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with entrance to outdoor space
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Finished Basement
- Sump Pump
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Free-Standing Freezer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Franklin Elementary School
- Roosevelt Middle School
- Westfield High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- One Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Radiator
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2920-00805-0000-00002-0000-
- Tax Block *
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2022
Closed on
Jun 8, 2022
Sold by
Newman and Riki
Bought by
Nikolarakos Panos and Nikolarakos Karla
Seller's Agent
Nicole Schecter
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Schecter
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$76,000
10.15%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$143,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$1,232,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 7, 2015
Closed on
Aug 7, 2015
Sold by
Weingarten A - Deslandes, C
Bought by
Newman Jamie and Newman Riki
Seller's Agent
Kathy Shea
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Sold Price
$610,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikolarakos Panos | $825,000 | First American Title | |
| Newman Jamie | $610,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Nikolarakos Panos | $1,232,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2022 06/07/22 | Sold | $825,000 | +10.1% | -- |
| 05/06/2022 05/06/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/27/2022 04/27/22 | For Sale | $749,000 | +22.8% | -- |
| 08/07/2015 08/07/15 | Sold | $610,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Garden State MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,108 | $458,200 | $458,200 | $0 |
| 2023 | $10,108 | $458,200 | $458,200 | $0 |
| 2022 | $14,275 | $660,900 | $458,200 | $202,700 |
| 2021 | $14,295 | $660,900 | $458,200 | $202,700 |
| 2020 | $14,262 | $660,900 | $458,200 | $202,700 |
| 2019 | $14,209 | $660,900 | $458,200 | $202,700 |
| 2018 | $14,643 | $157,500 | $69,100 | $88,400 |
| 2017 | $14,562 | $157,500 | $69,100 | $88,400 |
| 2016 | $14,221 | $157,500 | $69,100 | $88,400 |
| 2015 | $13,937 | $157,500 | $69,100 | $88,400 |
| 2014 | $13,477 | $157,500 | $69,100 | $88,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nicole Schecter
-
Kathy Shea
Seller's Agent in 2015
Kathy Shea
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 301-2020
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: Garden State MLS
MLS Number: 3778021
APN: 20-00805-0000-00002
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