296 Montclair Ave, Newark City, NJ 07104
What's special
WELCOME!!!! This charming, well-maintained Colonial home is located in the sought-after Historic District of the Forest Hill section of Newark. Just blocks from Branch Brook Park, "The Ballantine Gates, the Cherry Blossom Center, and the Newark Light Rail Branch Brook Park Station, with an "EASY NYC COMMUTE. This beautiful home features an inviting open floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining. Step into the welcoming foyer and enjoy a spacious layout filled with natural light. The modern kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a sliding glass door leading to the rear deck. The main level also features a warm and inviting living room with a fireplace, along with a formal dining room perfect for gatherings and special occasions.The home offers three generously sized bedrooms, a finished attic providing additional versatile living space, and three full bathrooms. The fully finished basement includes a full bath, laundry room, utility room, and additional living space ideal for recreation, guests, a home office, or extended living arrangements.Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding warmth and timeless character to every room. Step outside to enjoy a lovely rear deck overlooking a large fenced-in backyard perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. A private driveway adds everyday convenience and completes this wonderful property.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Augusto Verissimo 201-293-6333,
Weichert Realtors - Home City
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 380
- Dimensions: 19 x 20
Dining room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Not Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
- Level: Ground
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 8 x 14
Living room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 18 x 19
Basement
- Features: Den, Laundry Room, Rec Room, Utility Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: See Remarks, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Rec Room, Bathroom, Bath Main, Dining Room, Living Room
- Basement: Yes,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 110
Details
- Parcel number: 1614007850000000020000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Hill
Location
- Region: Newark
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $189,100
- Annual tax amount: $7,191
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000+205.9% |
Source:  GSMLS #4025962 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: GSMLS #3680086 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2021 | Sold | $286,000-4.3% |
Source: GSMLS #3680086 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $299,000 |
Source: WEICHERT REALTORS NEW GROUP #3680086 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,562 +5.2% | $189,100 |
| 2024 | $7,191 +0.1% | $189,100 |
| 2023 | $7,186 | $189,100 |
| 2022 | $7,186 | $189,100 |
| 2021 | $7,186 +1% | $189,100 |
| 2020 | $7,112 +37.4% | $189,100 |
| 2019 | $5,175 | $189,100 |
| 2018 | $5,175 -20.5% | $189,100 |
| 2017 | $6,505 +4% | $189,100 |
| 2016 | $6,257 +6.7% | $189,100 |
| 2015 | $5,864 +5% | $189,100 |
| 2014 | $5,584 -20.5% | $189,100 |
| 2013 | $7,025 +3.7% | $189,100 -7.1% |
| 2012 | $6,772 +4.7% | $203,500 |
| 2011 | $6,471 +16.1% | $203,500 |
| 2010 | $5,574 +5.4% | $203,500 |
| 2009 | $5,289 +4.4% | $203,500 |
| 2008 | $5,067 | $203,500 |
| 2007 | $5,067 | $203,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $203,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $203,500 |
| 2004 | $4,396 | $203,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $203,500 +1610.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $11,900 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$870,800
$827,000 - $914,000
$3,086/mo
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