When affordability and location count see this charming brick townhouse in the Mill Hill section of Trenton. The brick sidewalks, vintage street lights and the surrounding historic homes provide a special ambiance to this location. A rear alley with a covered parking garage and an electric garage door opener add to the convenience of the rear entry. A brick paver patio leads from the garage to the rear entrance. The well lighted patio includes raised plant beds waiting for plantings of your choice to add a special area for relaxing, dining or entertaining. This home has been freshly painted in neutral colors and is completely and tastefully upgraded throughout. It features an open concept floorplan with abundant natural light in all rooms. Adjoining the living and dining rooms is the conveniently located upgraded kitchen. Ample cabinet space is complimented by granite countertops with tile backsplash, a stainless appliance package and a cozy breakfast bar overlooking the rear patio. To complete the first floor there is a half bath with designer finishes. The second floor includes two bedrooms and a large second floor laundry that has the potential for multiple uses due to the size of the room. Your creativity may see this room repurposed. Perhaps a sitting/reading room, a cozy office, or enjoy it as is with plenty of room for laundry chores. Rounding out the second floor is a full bath with dual sink vanity, toilet and tub. Once again high end designer fixtures and finishes make this bath special. Complimenting the historic nature of the neighborhood, the location is ideal for rail commuters via the Trenton Transit Center, or easy access to the courthouse, State agencies, the Capital Complex, and major highways. Yes it has a detached garage with electric door opener behind the home accessed by an alley. This feature makes entry to the rear door completely enclosed as the yard is completely fenced
For sale
Price cut: $15K (6/2)
$279,900
249 Mercer St, Trenton, NJ 08611
2beds
1,012sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,307 Square Feet Lot
$279,700 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 169 days |
- 300 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Frank Lawton 609-571-2303,
CB Schiavone & Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2071712
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,012
- Total interior livable area: 1,012 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,012
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Alley Access, Detached, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,307 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 95.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 110980100050
- Zoning: HIST
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Community
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mill Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Trenton
- Municipality: TRENTON CITY
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $277/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,770
- Date on market: 1/16/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range, Microwave
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$279,700
$266,000 - $294,000
$2,354/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $279,900-5.1%$277/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $294,900-3.3%$291/sqft |
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| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $305,000+15.1%$301/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 11/16/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 10/26/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 2/26/2024 | Sold | $265,000-3.3%$262/sqft |
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| 1/25/2024 | Pending sale | $274,000$271/sqft |
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| 1/21/2024 | Contingent | $274,000$271/sqft |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $274,000+95.7%$271/sqft |
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| 12/5/2023 | Sold | $140,000$138/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,638 +39.2% | $148,900 +39.2% |
| 2024 | $6,207 +4.5% | $107,000 |
| 2023 | $5,942 | $107,000 |
| 2022 | $5,942 +0.3% | $107,000 |
| 2021 | $5,922 +1.6% | $107,000 |
| 2020 | $5,827 +4.5% | $107,000 |
| 2019 | $5,578 +5.2% | $107,000 |
| 2018 | $5,302 -18.7% | $107,000 |
| 2017 | $6,524 +0.3% | $107,000 -5.6% |
| 2016 | $6,501 +0.5% | $113,400 |
| 2015 | $6,471 +0.6% | $113,400 |
| 2014 | $6,431 +2.5% | $113,400 |
| 2013 | $6,276 -1.8% | $113,400 |
| 2012 | $6,391 +2.9% | $113,400 |
| 2011 | $6,212 +16.8% | $113,400 |
| 2010 | $5,318 +7% | $113,400 |
| 2009 | $4,970 +4.6% | $113,400 |
| 2008 | $4,751 +2.2% | $113,400 |
| 2007 | $4,649 | $113,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $113,400 +73.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $65,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mill Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Robbins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Trenton Central High School-9th Grade AcademyGrades: 9Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Trenton Central High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Trenton Public Schools
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- New Jersey
- Mercer County
- Trenton
- 08611
- Mill Hill
- 249 Mercer St








