1 Forest Dr, Hightstown, NJ, 08520
About This Home
Welcome to 1 Forest Dr, nestled in the sought-after Shady Rest 55+ community in East Windsor, NJ. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a peaceful and well-managed neighborhood. Step inside to find a cozy layout designed for easy living, perfect for those looking to simplify without sacrificing comfort. The home features natural gas heating for efficiency and year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the inviting front porch. A private shed in the yard provides convenient additional storage, while dedicated parking directly in front of the home adds everyday ease. Residents of Shady Rest benefit from an active, well-maintained community with on-site management and maintenance staff, offering peace of mind and prompt service. The monthly land lease of $730 includes community services, and utilities remain affordable with a quarterly sewer charge of $94 and water charge of $23.07. Ideally located near major roadways, shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home offers both convenience and a relaxed lifestyle tailored for 55+ living. Don’t miss this opportunity to become part of a welcoming community in a prime East Windsor location!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Finished area above ground: 820
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 13 X 17
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0
- Zoning: RE
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Features: Level
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $503 | $6,036 |
| Home Insurance * | $27 | $324 |
| Property Taxes | $178 | $2,136 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $901 | $10,812 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-27 | Listed for sale | $99,500 |
| 2025-07-14 | Sold | $95,000 |
| 2025-05-03 | Listed for sale | $98,000 |
| 2025-02-08 | Listing removed | $109,900 |
| 2025-02-03 | Price change | $109,900 |
| 2024-11-07 | Price change | $125,000 |
| 2024-09-18 | Price change | $139,900 |
| 2024-08-09 | Listed for sale | $155,000 |
| 2012-10-01 | Sold | $6,000 |
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