284 Forest Dr, Union, NJ 07083
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$614,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 27, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,225 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,225 sqft

284 Forest Dr, Union, NJ 07083

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,225 sqft
Price/Sqft
$501
Parking
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 284 Forest Dr.
  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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About this House

Beautiful Whole House for Rent in a Great Location!
Welcome home to this freshly painted 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath house located in a desirable section of town. This spacious home features an attached two-car garage, generous living spaces, and plenty of natural light throughout. Enjoy the comfort of a full eat-in kitchen, bright bedrooms, and modern baths. Conveniently situated near major highways and public transportation, making commuting a breeze. Perfect for anyone looking for a move-in-ready home in a quiet, well-kept neighborhood.

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284 Forest Dr, Union, NJ 07083 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,225 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $440,000 on Jun 19, 2023 (12,841% above the $3,400 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $3,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 19, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $614,300, with a rent estimate of $2,835/month.

Home Details for 284 Forest Dr

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Window Unit

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 284 Forest Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
608 Galloping Hill Rd, Roselle Park, NJ
0.55
Single-Family Home
$520,000
01/05/26
2
2
1,707 sqft
341 Forest Dr, Union, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$612,000
06/12/26
3
2
-
341 Huntington Rd, Union, NJ
0.16
Single-Family Home
$650,000
07/22/26
3
2
-
25 E Sumner Ave, Union, NJ
0.16
Single-Family Home
$670,000
07/06/26
3
2
-
164 Union Rd, Roselle Park, NJ
0.72
Single-Family Home
$490,000
06/29/26
4
2
1,600 sqft
272 Forest Dr, Union, NJ
0.03
Single-Family Home
$555,000
09/19/25
3
1
-
52 E Sumner Ave, Roselle Park, NJ
0.14
Single-Family Home
$580,000
08/19/26
4
2
-
236 Delaware Ave, Union, NJ
0.30
Single-Family Home
$560,000
06/25/26
3
1.5
-
37 W Colfax Ave, Roselle Park, NJ
0.39
Single-Family Home
$415,000
05/12/26
3
1.5
-
128 E Roselle Avenue, Roselle Park, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$595,000
05/19/26
4
2
-

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Around this home

What Locals Say about Union

At least 733 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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  • PAULINA SEVILLA
    "Safe and nice neighborhood around Beautiful parks Farmers market are amazing Food trucks Car show "
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  • Darren Collier
    "I have lived in Union NJ for 10 years. It is unique because it has reliable accessibility to New York, amenities, and Newark Airport "
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  • Michellefaranda
    "Conveniently commuted to NYC for 30 + years and Jersey City for 5 before retiring.Train and bus both within walking distance "
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  • Ojdaniel09
    "They will like that there are a lot of dogs in the neighborhood so the dogs will have friends. They can sniff each other. "
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  • Kaubourg
    "They would like it because many walk their dogs here. And it is safe here. People pick up after their dogs."
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  • Thomeomed
    "There are many family-oriented activities year-round sponsored by the town. The elementary school systems are also highly regarded. Great attention is taken by the town in the park systems and family activities…"
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  • Abigail Bennett
    "Those the summer and spring season this town host events for all Union residents within the area including food vendors, art, dance, health, fitness, live band with music, entertainment and much more…"
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  • Ayan Tariq
    "Great place to live and raise a family. The town is invested in improving Union and making it a better place to live every day "
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  • Oliver
    "There is access to NJ Transit via nearby train stops and also express buses, which stop at various locations in the town."
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  • Mannfecco
    "Great and accessible. There is public transportation to anywhere. You can catch Bus or trains to New York or anywhere else easily "
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  • Trulia User
    "Family friendly neighborhood with lots of kids and adults. Downtown area has a lot of different foods to choose from"
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice area. some streets have no sidewalks. people are old. it's nice area though. parks and churches ok food not that far away either."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a nice place. it's quite and people stay to themselves. I don't live here just visiting but it's nice. union has a few nice neighborhoods. just come check it out for yourself "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighbors and diversity with the community. Easy access to shops and major highways. 10 minutes to Newark airport and 25 mins to NYc"
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  • Trulia User
    "Most families have a dog and everyone in the neighborhood seem to take their walk in the mornings and evenings with thier dog. "
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  • Amy S.
    "special activities for children and free family events. After-school programs, a YMCA, and recreation department. "
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  • Kristoff
    "I’ve lived here for 19+ years. The schools are great. It’s close to transportation, airport, mass transit, interstate."
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  • Bkcarter30
    "There is alot of park around that you can have your dog play. Most peoplw are pet friendly and do not mind dogs in the area"
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  • Ana G.
    "A wonderful family friendly place to live and raise your children. Great places to eat close to shopping and major highways. Quiet, all around great place to live."
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  • Marck P.
    "Fairly easy and fast simple in the morning and quick speedy in the evening nice parking lot at local train station "
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  • Geri
    "Very quiet neighborhoods where kids can play outside depending on the areas or how close you are to a main road. Surprising amounts of wildlife in some yards (we get groundhogs, woodpeckers, owls, opossums, foxes, chipmunks, bule jays, cardinals, and what seems like and extra dose of mosquitoes). "
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  • Danettegsmith
    "The fireworks on Fourth of July. Plenty of parks and events at the Union city hall on Morris Ave. It’s diversity makes Union Special as well. "
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  • Lucy F.
    "I love where I live because their are buses every making commute easy especially into New York I absolutely love it"
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  • Danettegsmith
    "It’s diverse, there are a lot of parks, and it’s suburban. There are street lamps, but not all houses and streets aren’t overly lit. Just the walk ways. "
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  • Ana G.
    "Friendly, cultured, quiet, inviting. Close to major highway, shops, gas stations food etc. A wonderful feel of suburbia without it being stuck up. "
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  • Jouliana J. P.
    "Union host a lot of kid friendly events for families especially in the spring and the summer. It is a good town for young families with small kids. "
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  • Ana G.
    "It’s a safe place to live close to major highways. Excellent school system. Quiet, friendly close to shops. "
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  • Torreswally73
    " Very friendly and lots to do in the area , parks , lots of places To go eat close to major highways and shopping center"
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  • Stephanie M.
    "We have a very diverse town, we celebrate and acknowledge all cultures and holidays throughout the year. It helps understand each other and bring us together. "
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  • Minicooper921
    "There are many residents who have dogs. I believe it is dog friendly neighborhood as long as owners pick up their poops. "
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  • Erik752
    "Great area to live in. Very accessible to main highways and streets. The neighborhood is very diverse as well the schools. "
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  • Tiffany C.
    "I love dogs but I just wish I didn’t live where people have dogs . There nasty and don’t pick up after there dogs "
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  • Branford244
    "St. Patrick’s day and union day are the special ones, they also have fire department day and sometimes they have know your downtown day where shops give customers some free stuff."
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  • Jiana D.
    "Union has a very diverse community. There is plenty of entertainment and shopping to get to quickly and it’s a convenient location for traveling using public transportation."
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  • Nisasmith4
    "Independence Day festivities are amazing along with our annual parades and festivals. This is a great town to raise a family and lay down roots. There’s no better place to lice and work. "
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  • Jason R.
    "it is just a safe area and you have everything around you. There are parks for the kids and 15-20 min away from NYC."
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  • Lynette E.
    "I live Close to major highways and train stations. I drive to and from work locally avoiding parkway traffics."
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  • Alo4q
    "It’s okay not great but it’s okay ,i work here and is not a bad place to work, crime is in the low side"
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  • Mario D.
    "very good in every way. the neighborhood is very clean people very friendly ....I lived here approximately twenty-eight years never had a situation negative or otherwise."
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  • Vanessasajous
    "this are is not that bad compare to the cost of maplewood thanks are pretty fair the people who live there keep it clean "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,400
Nov 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,400
Oct 26, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Oct 24, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,200
Price decreased by 3%
Oct 1, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,300
Price increased by 3%

Frequently asked questions about 284 Forest Dr

  • What is 284 Forest Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 284 Forest Dr in Union, NJ is $614,300.
  • What is the price history for 284 Forest Dr?
    284 Forest Dr in Union, NJ last sold for $440,000 in June 2023.
  • Is Union a buyer's or seller's market?
    Union is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Union?
    The median sale price in Union is $572K. That is up $10K from the prior month.
  • Does 284 Forest Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 284 Forest Dr in Union, NJ has air conditioning.
  • Does 284 Forest Dr have parking?
    Yes, 284 Forest Dr in Union, NJ has on-site parking.

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