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604 Forest St, Orange, NJ, 07050

7beds
3.1baths
2,412sqft
$589,000
$244price/sqft
$4,531/moest. monthly cost
$181,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

An exceptional opportunity awaits a rare side-by-side two-family duplex perfectly positioned just steps from the Highland Avenue train station, with direct express service whisking you into the heart of New York City. Whether you're a savvy investor, an owner-occupant looking to offset your mortgage, or seeking a property that accommodates a variety of living situations, this property delivers on every front.Thoughtfully maintained and full of character, each unit enjoys its own private entrance, separate utilities, and a charming front porch the kind of curb appeal that makes a lasting first impression. Unit 1 welcomes you with a sun-filled, open-concept living and dining area showcasing rich original hardwood floors, with three bedrooms and a convenient half bath on the upper level. Unit 2 offers flexible living with a first-floor bedroom and full bath perfect for guests or accessibility needs plus three additional bedrooms and a second full bath upstairs.With 7 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath spread across two well-appointed units, the income-producing potential here is truly outstanding. Add to that a prime location with effortless access to major highways, public transit, top shopping destinations, beautiful parks, walking distance away from the West Orange border and you have a property that checks every box.Opportunities like this don't come around often. Offered as-is come with your vision and make it yours.

Getting Around

82
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
Forest Street SchoolGrades PK-70.1 mi
2/10
Orange High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1896

Materials

  • Roof: Flat
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2025

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Yes,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 3.1
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Bedrooms,Eat-in Kitchen,Living Room,See Remarks,Utility Room,Eat-In Kitchen

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Radiators - Steam,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,412
  • Total interior livable area: 2,412 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1617050040000000050000

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,484 sqft
  • Features: Irregular Lot,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 3526 SF

Parking

  • Parking features: See Remarks

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

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,978$35,736
Home Insurance *$258$3,096
Property Taxes $1,030$12,360
Electricity $265$3,190
Total$4,531$54,372
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$155,348/yr
40% on housing$135,930/yr
45% on housing$120,826/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.4%
7.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$244This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 07050$280
Essex County$382

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 07050$346
Essex County$391

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-12Pending sale$589,000
2026-06-19Listed for sale$589,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMeron Solomon
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty

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