Set on one of Glen Ridge's most desirable tree-lined streets, this beautifully maintained Center Hall Colonial offers 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, combining timeless architectural charm with the space, comfort, and functionality sought by today's discerning renters. A gracious foyer welcomes you into generously scaled living spaces, including a sun-filled living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and inviting family room, creating an ideal layout for entertaining and everyday living. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, ample counter space, high end appliances, and French doors leading to a large deck overlooking the private, deep backyard. A screened porch and powder room complete the first floor.The second level features four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with updated bath, along with an additional full hall bath. The third floor provides two additional bedrooms and a full bath, offering excellent flexibility for guests, home offices, or recreation space. The finished lower level with powder room adds valuable living space perfect for a playroom, media room, gym, or work-from-home setup. Ideally positioned near beautiful parks, gas-lit streets, and the Glen Ridge jitney, which provides easy access to the Midtown Direct train service, this home offers the rare combination of space, convenience, and community. A wonderful opportunity for those relocating, renovating, or seeking to experience the exceptional Glen Ridge lifestyle.
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House for rent
$8,300/mo
Fees may apply
242 Forest Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
6beds
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Singlefamily
Available now
Central air
In basement laundry
2 Parking spaces parking
Steam, fireplace
What's special
Spacious eat-in kitchenAdditional full hall bathFormal dining roomAmple counter spaceAbundant cabinetryGracious foyerHigh end appliances
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room
Heating
- Steam, Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: 1 Car Width, 2 Bedrooms, 4 Or More Bedrooms, Additional Parking, Basement, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Detached, Enclosed, Flooring: Wood, Foyer, Garage Door Opener, Garbage included in rent, Gas Water Heater, Grounds Care included in rent, Heating system: 1 Unit, Heating system: Steam, In Basement, Kitchen, Level, Living Room, Lot Features: Level, Residential Area, Porch, Range/Oven-Gas, Residential Area, Sewage included in rent, Sidewalk, Smoke Detector(s), Taxes included in rent, Window Treatments
Details
- Parcel number: 0800116000000051
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Glen Ridge
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $8,300 |
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| 6/15/2018 | Sold | $1,125,000+14.9% |
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| 3/24/2018 | Pending sale | $979,000 |
Source: Halstead Real Estate #18191229 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $979,000+81% |
Source: Halstead Real Estate #18191229 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2000 | Sold | $541,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Neighborhood: 07028
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAForest Ave SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Glen Ridge High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Ridgewood Avenue SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- New Jersey
- Essex County
- Glen Ridge
- 07028
- 242 Forest Ave







