296 Montclair Ave

Newark City, NJ
$ 875,000 Beds 3 Baths 3 Virtual Tour
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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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  • Price
  • $ 875,000
  • City
  • Newark City
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • ESSEX
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Newark City
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1 Acres
  • Zip
  • 07104
  • Year Built
  • 1925
  • Taxes
  • $ 7191
  • Style
  • Colonial
  • MLS#
  • 4025962
Listed By: WEICHERT REALTORS - HOME CITY
Data Source: Garden State MLS (GSMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating 1 Unit,Forced Hot Air
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Gas-Natural
Possession at closing
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances See Remarks
Water Heater Gas
Architectural Style Colonial
Year Built 1925
Garage Detached Garage
Township Newark City
Easement Unknown
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
County Essex
Subdivision Name Forest Hill
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Lake St to Montclair Ave
Open Parking Spaces 2
Tax Annual Amount 7191
Drive 1 Car Width
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 189100
Town # 1614
Tax Lot 2
Primary Style Colonial
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No

Interior Features

Basement Unfinished
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Living Room
Other Room 1 Level Ground
Kitchen Level Ground
Living Room Level Ground
Other Room 4 Level Basement
Dining Room Level Ground
Den Level Basement
Other Room 2 Level Basement
Other Room 3 Level Basement
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Total Bedrooms 3
Kitchen Dimensions 8x14
RoomOther4Dimensions 6x5
RoomOther4Description Bathroom
RoomOther3Dimensions 10x9
RoomOther3Description Rec Room
RoomOther2Dimensions 11x9
RoomOther2Description FamilyRm
RoomOther1Dimensions 19x17
RoomOther1Description Porch
RoomLivingDimensions 18x19
Kitchen Features Not Eat-In Kitchen,Separate Dining Area
RoomDiningDimensions 17x12
RoomBed4Level Second
RoomBed4Dimensions 19x20
RoomBed3Level First
RoomBed3Dimensions 12x11
RoomBed2Level First
RoomBed2Dimensions 11x12
RoomBed1Level First
RoomBed1Dimensions 11x10
Level 2 Rooms 1 Bedroom
Level 1 Rooms 3 Bedrooms,Bath Main
Ground Level Rooms Bath Main,Dining Room,Living Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Deck,Sidewalk
Pool No
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Vinyl Siding
Lot Dimensions 40X110
Lot Size Acres 0.10

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Morris Plains, NJ office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

5/7/2026 Listed $875,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 07104

Price
AVG $580K
$880K
Taxes
AVG $7,657
$7,191
Year Built
AVG 1919
1925
Visits
AVG 1
451
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296 Montclair Ave Newark City, NJ is a Single Family Home for sale at $875000 and a lot size of 0.1 Acres Acre(s). 296 Montclair Ave Newark City has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1925. The property's zip code is 07104 which is in Newark City, NJ

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