About 655 Lake St
Welcome to this spectacular 5,000 sq. ft. Historic Landmark residence in Newark's sought-after Forest Hill. Featured in House Beautiful, and restored by renowned designer Sasha Bikoff, this home seamlessly combines classic architecture with modern design across three expansive floors of living space. A stunning entrance hall sets the stage for elegant entertaining, while a large solarium, off the living room, fills the home with natural light. The chef's kitchen impresses with Miele appliances, a Blue Star range, steam oven, and Gaggenau refrigerator/freezer units. The thoughtful design continues with California Closets throughout, a powder room on the first floor, updated bathrooms, and a jaw dropping primary suite with walk-in closet, soaking tub, and steam shower. High-end upgrades include a Sonos in-ceiling sound system, custom brass sinks, Toto smart toilets, two fireplaces, and commercial-grade WiFi. Outdoors, enjoy private patios, a secluded backyard with lush landscaping and hydrangeas, and a custom sound system for gatherings. For quiet moments, retreat to the second-floor deck off the office/bedroom perfect for morning coffee or an evening cocktail. Across from Branch Brook Park and its iconic cherry blossoms, and just 40 minutes to NYC, this one-of-a-kind home offers elegance, comfort, and space to truly spread out.
Features of 655 Lake St
| MLS® # | 3989369 |
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| Price | $1,295,000 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 5.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Acres | 0.23 |
| Year Built | 1927 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 655 Lake St |
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| Subdivision | Forest Hill |
| City | Newark City |
| County | Essex |
| State | NJ |
| Zip Code | 07104-1522 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Gas-Natural |
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| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Parking | 2 Car Width, Blacktop |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Attached Garage |
Interior
| Interior | Bar-Wet, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cedar Closets, High Ceilings, Security System, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet, Shades |
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| Appliances | Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator |
| Heating | Gas-Natural |
| Cooling | 3 Units, Central Air, Ductless Split AC |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | See Remarks, Wood Burning |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Bilco-Style Door, Full, Unfinished |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick |
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| Exterior Features | Deck, Patio |
| Lot Description | Level Lot |
| Roof | Slate |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 26th, 2025 |
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| Days on Market | 30 |
| HOA Fees | 0.00 |
Listing Details
| Office | COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC |
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| Contact Info | 973-738-6989 |