Open House 2/5 11am - 1pm
53 Forest Hill Rd
West Orange, NJ, 07052 $ 549,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,380
for $549,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home was built in 1920 on a lot size of 0.2.
Fall in love the moment you arrive. From the welcoming front porch ideal for morning coffee or cool summer evenings to the deep, park-like backyard nearly 200 feet deep, this charming Cape Cod in West Orange's sought-after Gregory section offers the space and warmth today's buyers crave. Inside, classic details create an easy sense of home. Ribboned hardwood floors flow throughout, and the living room is centered around a beautiful wood-burning fireplace that adds character and cozy ambiance. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, the layout offers comfort and flexibility for guests, a home office, or everyday living.The well-maintained galley kitchen is functional and inviting, with great potential to personalize over time. The full walk-out basement is fresh and clean, offering excellent bonus space for a home gym, playroom, or additional living area. Outside, the private backyard feels more like a park than a typical suburban lot perfect for play, gardening, entertaining, or future expansion. A detached one-car garage adds storage and convenience. Close to NYC transportation with nearby train access and a weekday jitney, plus easy access to schools, shopping, and houses of worship, this home blends charm, location, and opportunity in one inviting package.
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Open House
2/5/2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2/8/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
53 Forest Hill Rd West Orange, NJ
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
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FeaturesInteriorInterior Amenities Carbon Monoxide Detector Smoke Detector
Basement Unfinished
Flooring Tile Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Living Room
Other Room 1 Level Basement
Kitchen Level First
Living Room Level First
Dining Room Level First
Other Room 2 Level Basement
Other Room 3 Level Basement
Fuel Type Gas-Natural
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 3
Kitchen Dimensions 13x8
Kitchen Features Separate Dining Area
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GeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Radiators - Steam
Cooling Wall A/C Unit(s)
Utilities Gas-Natural
Possession IMM
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Appliances Carbon Monoxide Detector Dishwasher Dryer Range/Oven-Gas Refrigerator Washer
Garage Spaces 1
Architectural Style Cape Cod
Year Built 1920
Garage Detached Garage
Township West Orange Twp.
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
County Essex
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Coming Soon
Directions GREGORY AVE TO FOREST HILL RD.
High School W ORANGE
Elementary School GREGORY
Tax Annual Amount 12412
Middle/Junior High School ROOSEVELT
Drive Blacktop
Standard Status Coming Soon
Tax Assessed Value 524000
Town # 1622
Tax Lot 58.06
Primary Style Cape Cod
Sub Property Type Single Family
Community Living No
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Patio
Water Source Public Water
Exterior Description Vinyl Siding
Lot Dimensions 45X198
Lot Size Acres 0.20
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByLAUREN ORSINIListing Agent
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,380
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $1,034
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $826,631
Percent of Sale Price 51%
About West Orange, NJ 47,303 Population
6% Since 2002
$ 93,823 Median Income
42.3 Median Age
31% Households with Children
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289961 Elementary School
289964 Middle School
W Orange High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 2/3/2026 | $549,000 | | Listed Price |