557 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
SOLD
NOV 17, 2025

557 Forest Ave
Paramus, NJ 07652

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths

$825,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
3% below list $850K
Est. Refi. Payment $5,370/mo*
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$825,000

Last Sold: Nov 17, 2025
3% below list $850K
Est. Refi. Payment $5,370/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Ready to Welcome You Home! This meticulously maintained split-level showcases true pride of ownership and is absolutely move-in ready. Inside, you'll find thoughtful touches throughout—custom built-ins, gleaming hardwood floors, a beautifully finished basement, and updated kitchen and baths. Step outside to your very own retreat: a private, oversized deck overlooking a lush backyard that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining. All of this in sought-after Paramus—with its famously low taxes—makes this home a must-see!
557 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom single-family home. It last sold for $825,000 on Nov 17, 2025 (3% below the $850,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $860,600, with a rent estimate of $5,017/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 557 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Split LevelFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: East

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck / Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: AttachedGarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Waterfront: NoneNot on Waterfront

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $850,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold - Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Paramus
School Information
High School: Paramus High School

Community

Community Features: Close/Parks, Close/School, Close/Shopg, Close/Trans, Close/Wrshp

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Private

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 25030657

Additional Information

Close/ParksClose/SchoolClose/ShopgClose/TransClose/Wrshp
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Maria Rini, (201) 370-7938
RE/MAX Real Estate Limited
Bought with: Heesun Kang, (201) 230-0758, Christie's International Real Estate Group-Fort Lee
Source: NJMLS, MLS#25030657

Price History for 557 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/17/2025$825,000Sold
NJMLS #25030657
09/26/2025$850,000PendingNJMLS #25030657
09/03/2025$850,000Listed For SaleNJMLS #25030657

Market trends in Paramus

Last updated May 2026
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,255
Assessment$611,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 557 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
541 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$998,000
10/15/25
4
3
-
530 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ
0.16
Single-Family Home
$801,000
10/28/25
4
3
-
532 Hobart Rd, Paramus, NJ
0.29
Single-Family Home
$950,000
10/01/25
6
6.5
-
517 Marion Ln, Paramus, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,035,000
12/02/25
4
3
-
482 Tulane Ct, Paramus, NJ
0.39
Single-Family Home
$800,000
06/09/26
3
2.5
-
949 Oradell Ave, Oradell, NJ
0.40
Single-Family Home
$942,000
05/16/26
3
2.5
-
536 Fordham Pl, Paramus, NJ
0.21
Single-Family Home
$965,000
07/31/25
4
3.5
-
261 Idaho St, Paramus, NJ
0.43
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/18/26
3
2
-

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Paramus

At least 214 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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    "I live here for 3 years I like Paramus is a good neighborhood is quiet and people are friendly school are very good "
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    "Great services all of the Paramus dept are very friendly and helpful The police dept is very well run. "
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    "I work in the area and it’s pretty clean and seems safe. There’s a little bit of traffic while peak times but other than that seems like it’s pretty nice area to live in. "
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    "I drive to work and the commute is ok, all thru ways and parkway’s are close-by. Public transportation is also available both bus and train."
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  • Janel D.
    "The schools are good and everything is nearby. So far myself and my family have not had a problem in this area."
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    "The highways are rough with all the malls here but taking back roads is clutch. I tend to stay away from the highways during rush hour and weekends."
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  • Jane Q.
    "My neighbors are friendly,they call me to alert me if theres any issues, we help each other at times with snow removal , my kids were classmates of my neighbors kids . "
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  • Jman2dac23
    "I have dogs and it’s a great community for them. Just clean up the waste and there should be no issues."
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  • Gaby L.
    "Yes! Great neighborhood to walk your dogs. Lots of other dog owners as well. Lots of grass. Very dog friendly."
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    "fourth of july fireworks & parade, paramus library events, trick or treating, winter wonderland in van saun park"
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    "Great schools and a generally great place to live and raise a family. Convenient to all necessities. "
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    "Can get any better in Jersey Very safe schools are great I have live here 5 years but most of my neighbors been living here for generations "
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    "Its great , lived here my whole life. No crime, great community , alot of places to eat snd shop and access to all highways"
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    "It’s beautiful and close to everything so I like living here. I wish there was more nj transit friendly though."
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    "Not sure. Parades are good though. We enjoy the pool as well. Fireworks at Fourth of July are great. "
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  • Jane Q.
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  • Mytai N.
    "It’s a great community and it’s near the mall the school are wonderful. There a lot of nice restaurants as well."
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    "Nice place for families and very friendly and safe I looked almost every where to live with my family and this the place to"
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    "Big city calm and cool. having 3 big Malls easy commute.bordered by major highways. I like it and i feel everyone will..."
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  • Andy Dumay
    "Good neighbors nice and clean silence neighbor r nice people in here school r perfect to put your kids in "
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  • Duftemadchen
    "Driving everywhere, traffic is on all the time, big problem, will not one bus to NYC, no train station nearby. No bike lanes. No street crossings for pedestrians. "
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  • Diego J. A. E.
    "Great neighborhood and neighbors. Quiet, residential, and pricy for a house but can still find a gem if you look hard enough."
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    "Great neighborhood! For couples, families and proud to be a friendly GLBT community! Love my town! Bergen county is the best county to live in NJ. "
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    "It’s be the malls which is great. Close to the GWB which allows easy access to the city. Also fun battling cages"
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