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.
GSMLS #3749966
Jan 20, 2022
Sold
$473,000
Dec 13, 2021
Delisted
—
Nov 3, 2021
Listed
$439,000
NJMLS #21043657
Jan 20, 2022
Sold
$473,000
Dec 13, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 3, 2021
Listed
$439,000
What a feeling to sit on the pretty front porch to enjoy the view of the amazing front yard. Incredibly spacious back yard. Full Baths on 1st and 2nd levels. Summer kitchen in the Full Walk-Out basement. Beautiful ribboned hardwood floors. Walk to Train or take Jitney to train. Walk to schools, houses of worship & shopping. Wood Burning Fireplace in "As Is" Condition. No known issues. Garage is in "As Is" Condition.
Public Records
Nov 25, 2003
Sold
$260,000
Public Records
Jun 1, 1982
Sold
$61,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,765 (+10.9%)
$282,400 + $241,600
$524,000
2024
$12,413 (+1.9%)
$282,400 + $241,600
$524,000
2023
$12,185 (+3.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2022
$11,758 (+1.9%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2021
$11,538 (+1.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2020
$11,353 (+3.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2019
$11,027 (+3.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2018
$10,701 (+1.3%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2017
$10,563 (+2.5%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2016
$10,308 (+4.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2014
$9,916 (+2.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2013
$9,667 (−4.3%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2012
$10,100 (+1.8%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2011
$9,921 (+18.3%)
$179,100 + $105,900
$285,000
2010
$8,387 (+3.5%)
$179,100 + $105,900
$285,000
2009
$8,105
$27,300 + $37,300
$64,600
Tax history for 53 Forest Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,765 (+10.9%)
$282,400 + $241,600
$524,000
2024
$12,413 (+1.9%)
$282,400 + $241,600
$524,000
2023
$12,185 (+3.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2022
$11,758 (+1.9%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2021
$11,538 (+1.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2020
$11,353 (+3.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2019
$11,027 (+3.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2018
$10,701 (+1.3%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2017
$10,563 (+2.5%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2016
$10,308 (+4.0%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2014
$9,916 (+2.6%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2013
$9,667 (−4.3%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2012
$10,100 (+1.8%)
$179,100 + $85,900
$265,000
2011
$9,921 (+18.3%)
$179,100 + $105,900
$285,000
2010
$8,387 (+3.5%)
$179,100 + $105,900
$285,000
2009
$8,105
$27,300 + $37,300
$64,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
198 ft.
Lot size
8,908 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,071
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2200037 00058 06
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Approximate Lot Size: 45,198
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,071
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 8,908 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2200037 00058 06
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 973-744-5544
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Gregory Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Roosevelt Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
West Orange High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Orange, NJ • 07052-4517
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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
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Estimated sale price
$643,000 – $779,000
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