A rare opportunity in the heart of Montclair, this Victorian home offers exceptional flexibility; a gracious single-family residence, multigenerational living, or a legal two-family income opportunity. Rich in character and architectural detail, the home features high ceilings, hardwood floors, deep moldings, pocket doors, abundant natural light, and updated kitchens and baths. The first floor offers an inviting foyer, spacious living room, dining room, fabulous eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops and a separate butler's pantry, and a full bath. This level also provides access to the finished basement featuring a recreation room, powder room, laundry, and storage. The second floor includes a family room, updated eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a home office, and another full bath. Outside, enjoy an expansive fenced yard, an inviting patio ideal for entertaining, and a detached two-car garage plus ample parking. Ideally located just steps from vibrant Walnut Street with acclaimed restaurants, shops, cafes, the farmers market, NYC bus service, and Midtown Direct trains to New York Penn Station. This fabulous home offers exceptional space, versatility, and walkability in one of Montclair's most desirable locations.
Single-familyProperty Type
0.29 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Clare Morcella• Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group
A rare opportunity in the heart of Montclair, this Victorian home offers exceptional flexibility; a gracious single-family residence, multigenerational living, or a legal two-family income opportunity. Rich in character and architectural detail, the home features high ceilings, hardwood floors, deep moldings, pocket doors, abundant natural light, and updated kitchens and baths. The first floor offers an inviting foyer, spacious living room, dining room, fabulous eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops and a separate butler's pantry, and a full bath. This level also provides access to the finished basement featuring a recreation room, powder room, laundry, and storage. The second floor includes a family room, updated eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a home office, and another full bath. Outside, enjoy an expansive fenced yard, an inviting patio ideal for entertaining, and a detached two-car garage plus ample parking. Ideally located just steps from vibrant Walnut Street with acclaimed restaurants, shops, cafes, the farmers market, NYC bus service, and Midtown Direct trains to New York Penn Station. This fabulous home offers exceptional space, versatility, and walkability in one of Montclair's most desirable locations.
NJMLS #22017132
Jul 22, 2022
Sold
$810,000
Jun 4, 2022
Contingent
—
May 18, 2022
Price Changed
$799,000
May 13, 2022
Listed
$849,000
Converted to a 2 family from a single family about 60 years ago, this well maintained home is perfectly located for those looking for walkability! First flr unit offers enclosed porch, foyer, bedrm, living rm, dining rm, EI kitchen w/ 3 pantries, full bath. This flr has 9 1/2 foot ceilings, deep moldings, 2 pocket doors, C/A. The finished basement is accessed through this level and features a rec room, wet bar, laundry room/storage room, powder room, utility room. Second unit includes 2nd and 3rd floors. Second floor offers living room, dining room, Eat-in kitchen, bedroom, full bath. On the third floor, find 2 additional bedrms, office & very spacious half bath which could be converted to a full bath. Hardwood floors, high ceilings & replacement windows on all three floors. Deep property with park-like yard, 2 car garage plus parking for 5 additional cars! GREAT location --Short walk to shops, restaurants, train, bus, Farmer's market and everything else Montclair has to offer!
GSMLS #3782112
Jul 22, 2022
Sold
$810,000
Jun 4, 2022
Delisted
—
May 18, 2022
Price Changed
$799,000
May 13, 2022
Listed
$849,000
NJMLS #22009014
Mar 19, 2022
Listed
$849,000
NJMLS #22002622
Apr 8, 2022
Contingent
—
Feb 28, 2022
Contingent
—
Jan 26, 2022
Listed
$849,000
NJMLS #22002620
Feb 16, 2022
Delisted
—
Jan 26, 2022
Listed
$849,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,342 (+3.3%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2024
$13,881 (+0.7%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2023
$13,787 (+2.8%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2022
$13,412 (+3.7%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2021
$12,929 (+1.7%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2020
$12,717 (+1.1%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2019
$12,583 (+1.7%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2018
$12,370 (+18.7%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2017
$10,418 (+2.8%)
$212,700 + $195,200
$407,900
2016
$10,132 (+6.8%)
$130,700 + $155,000
$285,700
2014
$9,486 (+0.6%)
$130,700 + $155,000
$285,700
2013
$9,431 (+1.5%)
$130,700 + $155,000
$285,700
2012
$9,294 (−22.7%)
$130,700 + $155,000
$285,700
2011
$12,017 (+1.7%)
$130,700 + $155,000
$285,700
2010
$11,816 (+5.7%)
$259,100 + $219,900
$479,000
2009
$11,184
$259,100 + $219,900
$479,000
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
250 ft.
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,626
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,626
Year built
1887
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1303201 00030
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 22 Forest St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $725,000 and $1,825,000.
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