540 Forest Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
OFF MARKET

540 Forest Rd
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,961 sqft

$762,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,083/mo*
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$762,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,083/mo*
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3 Beds
3 Baths
1,961 sqft

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Description

Wonderful 3 BR 2.5 Bath Split Level home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout, updated EIK, beautiful coffered ceiling in DR, Master BR with updated private bath and walk-in closet,ground level FR, 23 x 18 recreation room, CAC, completely fenced in backyard with hot tub, Timberline roof and energy efficient windows new in 2008, walking distance to downtown shopping, schools and transportation! This home is absolutely move-in ready! Just unpack and call it home!
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Home Details for 540 Forest Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1967
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price History for 540 Forest Rd

DatePriceEventSource
10/02/2012$435,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/14/2012$435,000PriceChange
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05/16/2012$445,000PriceChange
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04/24/2012$459,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/04/2010$430,000Sold
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12/05/2007$393,000Sold
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08/08/2000$260,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$13,557
Assessment$115,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 Forest Rd

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
1978 Grand St, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.33
Single-Family Home
$490,000
05/23/25
4
2
1,232
318 Hunter Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.58
Single-Family Home
$530,000
09/30/25
4
1.5
1,430
1782 Mountain Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.46
Single-Family Home
$630,000
06/03/25
4
2
1,579
541 Dona Ln, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.08
Single-Family Home
$750,000
11/14/25
3
3
-
195-195 Watchung Ter, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.91
Single-Family Home
$710,000
07/29/25
3
3
1,561
190 Harding Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.93
Single-Family Home
$670,000
05/20/25
4
2.5
2,072
405 Montague Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$830,000
08/28/25
4
3
-
195 Watchung Ter, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.91
Single-Family Home
$710,000
11/25/25
3
2
1,561
2039 Church Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$650,000
10/07/25
4
2
-
1346-48 E Front St, Plainfield, NJ
1.00
Single-Family Home
$515,000
07/18/25
4
2.5
1,680

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What Locals Say about Scotch Plains

At least 175 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Clara
    "There are many folks out walking dogs all the time. Dog owners are friendly and pick up after themselves."
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  • Mwleon2
    "This neighborhood is very diverse and neighbor friendly. Many of the residents here are families. The schools are good with great sports, music and theater programs."
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  • Ricardo Siqueira
    "Safe neighborhood, great shops nearby, easy access to NYC. I have been living for 5 years, no plans to leave this amazing place."
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  • Lior Farkash
    "Whenever and the family feel a lot of trees and grass blue petals and everybody has Lots of Rosie is a nice neighbourhood, quiet street and a community and great amenities extremities"
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  • Lior Farkash
    "Very family friendly, good schools safe neighbours. Public park so well-maintained. Scotch Plains Office is very centrally located with many popular towns around such as Edison, westfield, and Clark. Very close, all necessities, such as shopping, food markets, farmers markets. Very close to Garden State Pain Control. Another major interstate highways in good location for local train that goes in two minutes."
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  • Michael Restrepo
    "Great area to live in. Quiet, friendly neighbors. Parks are very nice. A lot of investment in the area. "
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  • Shubham N.
    "Public school is decent. Public school has after care. Many activity, lessons and classes are within 10 mins driving distance. "
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  • Ericrabinowitz
    "Very nice area. Good schools. But not stuck up or snobby. Done to earth. Schools are ok. Big lots. Great for kids. Good transportation. "
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  • Tina J. .
    "Parades, trick and treat, block parties, movies in the park, friendly neighbors, events at the high school "
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  • Rcbrack1
    "Concerts downtown in the summer, holiday parades, and the yearly festival. They also have the fireworks and street vendors. "
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  • Jeff D.
    "We have a tight nit community and everyone lends a helping hand. Currently rent but qould live to buy a home in this area."
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  • Vvidyapriya6
    "It’s very safe and healthy around here. Downtown is good and schools are great! People are friendly and helpful. "
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  • Kiransalu
    "Pleasant commute to NYC. We have both bus and trains to mid town manhattan. Commute is around an hour."
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  • Jeff D.
    "Lots of events for children throughout the year. Music, farmers market and parades. Very safe and fun town to trick or treat in."
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  • Samantha B.
    "Hundreds of people flock to scotch plains for Halloween. It is also prime location for access to highways, commuting to NY, and jumping right in the parkway to head down the shore"
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  • Sean S.
    "Great community near public transport and local restaurants, shops and farmer’s markets. The suburbs at its best."
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  • Megan K.
    "Easy but congestion on Martine/Park ave during rush hour heading towards route 22 and 78. Can take the train to NYC from Fanwood and Westfield as there is no train station in Scotch Plains."
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  • Elesliehofmann3
    "My family and I have lived in Scotch Plains for 2 1/2 years and we are very happy with the neighborhood. We have friendly neighbors and feel safe. We are conveniently located close to downtown shops and amenities. The Fanwood and Westfield train stations are nearby and easily walkable. Great schools and parks. "
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  • Mwleon2
    "Several buses and trains to New York City. Close to highways and shopping so driving very convenient."
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  • Mohnish M.
    "This town is extremely family-oriented and has a great environment for children and adults to live. It’s green, has loads of parks in the town and in the neighboring towns. It also has everything you need, like groceries, restaurants and other services— all within a few miles of here. "
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  • Duffymarina70
    "I love this neighborhood, it’s so safe and welcoming. Everyone is very polite. Great restaurants such as Darby road and stage house. Everybody walks there dogs and cleans up after them. "
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  • Rbrucej
    "Kids can walk to all three schools; School One, Park Middle, High School. Also easy walk to train or bus to NYC. Town has events every weekend during the summer; outdoor movies, shows, music. Plus Car Shows, Celebrations, Parades, a great town!"
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  • Barrytwayne
    "We live on a private street. We have the school bus from Coles Elementary make several stops to pick up children from K-4 on our block. Families normally go for walks on our block. The block and neighborhood are one of the best in Scotch Plains. The street is tree-lined and scenic. We love it here! "
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  • Viktoriya G.
    "Many families in the area with small children, great parks, safe neighborhood, good schools, great community "
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  • West s.
    "They’d love it because there’s plenty of grass and parks and places to walk your dog. The town is very proportional. You have your shopping n business areas and then you have the more quite residential area. Either way the areas are very pet friendly. Pet stores and hospital conveniently located as well. "
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  • Lisa s.
    "Great school system.. wonderful caring neighbors, safe place to live.. love it here!! Couple of good places to eat.. stores close by.. love the ladies that work at the local library! lol"
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  • Randi l. v.
    "It’s easily accessible and has lots available in a close proximity. It’s a big town but also had a small town feel"
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  • Stephaniedequollorobinson
    "great neighborhood ,good schools, great community,we watch out for each other and big into sports ,church fair is fun yearly,diverse community "
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  • Njtaurus
    "Great area for families and there are a number of parks in the neighborhood. The biggest negative is the property taxes are more expensive in union county vs. other counties. "
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  • Les T.
    "Good town good schools and Next to Westfield there are tons of great restaurants all in our area you will not regret "
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  • Ed L.
    "Amazing neighbors with a real community feel. Truly a “takes a village” approach in one of the most energetic towns in NJ"
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540 Forest Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,961 sqft single-family home built in 1967. This property is not currently available for sale. 540 Forest Rd was last sold on May 4, 2010 for $430,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 540 Forest Rd is $762,700.