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$3,653,849$889 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $625,000 on Sep 14, 2009

120 FOREST WAY

ESSEX FELLS, NJ 07021
0
Baths
4,111 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$3.7M
$3.4M low$3.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$625,000 · Sep 14, 2009
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$3,253,849
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$2,603,079
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.11%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$400,000
REGAL BK · recorded Aug 26, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$59,192 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,561,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$692,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,869,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,561,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,561,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.54
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Essex Fells Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
West Essex High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
West Essex Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.6 mi

District: West Essex Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07021These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,333
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,678 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$228,452
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$282,418
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

120 Forest Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Essex Fells 07021
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Essex Fells 07021
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the newest homes in Essex Fells 07021

What homes are worth in Essex Fells 07021

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$641K$3.5M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Essex Fells 07021.

How it measures up in Essex Fells 07021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex Fells 07021.

Estimated value$3,653,849
CheaperTypical $1,481,708Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$889
CheaperTypical $484Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,111 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,015 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 120 Forest Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex Fells 07021Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,653,849almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$889almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,111 ft²74% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac74% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than2016almost all homesalmost all homes

About 120 Forest Way

How much is 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ is $3,653,849 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $3,401,031 to $3,906,667. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ last sell?

120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ last sold on Sep 14, 2009 for $625,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ?

120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ has 4,111 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ built?

120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ was built in 2016, making it 10 years old.

What schools serve 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ?

120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ is assigned to Essex Fells Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; West Essex High School (high), rated A; West Essex Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in West Essex Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ compare to other homes in Essex Fells 07021?

Among the 782 homes in Essex Fells 07021, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,653,849 against a typical $1,481,708), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($889 against a typical $484), it is bigger than 74% of them (4,111 ft² against a typical 3,015 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2016 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 120 Forest Way, Essex Fells, NJ was $59,192. The county assessed it at $2,561,300.

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