Enjoy the privacy and serenity this large, level lot provides, perfect for those who entertain or simply enjoy quiet living. This home offers flexible living space, with generous sized rooms throughout, ideal forexpanded living or those who work from home. Large living room features 2-way wood-burning stone fire place, which is shared with the open-concept kitchen & dining room that leads out onto an oversized deck overlooking the deep back yard, which can easily accommodate a pool if desired. Kitchen is fully appointed and offers ample counter and storage space, ideal for those who enjoy cooking. Hardwood floors flow through out the home. The main floor features the primary bedroom, full bathroom, and additional bedroom or home office. Second floor has 2 additional bedrooms, updated full bathroom, and walk-in attic. The lower level offers a large den with wood-burning fireplace, laundry room, 1/2 bathroom, and an additional multi-use room that can be a home gym, rec-room, orbonus space that leads out onto a patio & backyard. This well-maintained home is ready to move into!
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$985,000
34 Forest Dr, Watchung Boro, NJ 07069
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steven Betts 201-919-6120,
Bhhs Fox & Roach
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4048316
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: 1st Floor
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Family room
- Level: Ground
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 28 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Heating
- 1 Unit, Baseboard - Electric, Zoned, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 1 Unit, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Central Vacuum, Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Wall Oven(s) - Electric, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Central Vacuum, Utility Room, Rec Room, Walkout
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Thermal Windows/Doors
- Basement: Yes,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Built-In Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: .50 AC.
Details
- Parcel number: 2721040060000000250000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Expanded Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
- Major remodel year: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Watchung
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $708,600
- Annual tax amount: $13,017
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $985,000+87.6% |
Source:  NJMLS #26031839 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2013 | Sold | $525,000-4.4% |
Source:  GSMLS #3012538 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $549,000-0.2% |
Source: Weichert Realtors #3012538 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2012 | Listing removed | $550,000 |
Source: Weichert Realtors #2972173 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $550,000+89.7% |
Source: Weichert Realtors #2972173 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/1998 | Sold | $290,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,325 +9.9% | $666,900 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $12,124 +4.1% | $606,800 +6.3% |
| 2023 | $11,646 +2.5% | $570,600 +4.3% |
| 2022 | $11,365 | $546,900 +3.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $529,600 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $10,562 +6.1% | $520,400 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $9,957 +2.2% | $509,000 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $9,743 -4.1% | $500,100 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $10,156 -1.8% | $492,300 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $10,338 +3.2% | $485,700 -0.5% |
| 2015 | $10,020 +8.3% | $488,100 +2% |
| 2014 | $9,255 +1% | $478,500 +7% |
| 2013 | $9,162 +3.8% | $447,300 -1.7% |
| 2012 | $8,830 +4.6% | $454,900 +1% |
| 2011 | $8,445 +0.9% | $450,300 +2.4% |
| 2010 | $8,366 -0.5% | $439,600 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $8,412 | $474,800 -5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $500,700 -2.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $515,900 +0.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $515,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $515,000 -0.6% |
| 2004 | $7,806 | $518,200 +2.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $506,900 +21.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $415,800 +15.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $361,100 |
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Neighborhood: 07069
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Valley View Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Watchung Hills Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Bayberry Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bayberry
- Middle: Vally View
- High: Watchung
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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