In Princeton’s coveted Governors Lane enclave, this rare freestanding home captures a sense of quiet distinction, where architecture and thoughtful updates come together in a way that feels both elevated and deeply livable. Each level reveals its own character, creating a home that unfolds with intention, beauty, and ease. The living and dining rooms invite gatherings both intimate and grand with built-ins, glossy wood floors and columns that add a sense of refinement. A dedicated home office offers a serene place to get some work done, and the inviting family room opens into the new, spectacular open-design kitchen, reimagined in 2020 with top-tier appliances and impeccable finishes. It is as functional as it is beautiful, and it is seamlessly connected to a mudroom with a charming butler bar and coffee station. The lower level offers a fully finished space with abundant storage and a laundry area. Upstairs, the second floor is a sanctuary of rest and retreat. The three bedrooms here include an expansive primary suite that lives up to its name, offering a true suite experience with a luxury private bath, multiple closets, and an additional flexible room that can serve as a dressing room, nursery, or secondary office. The hall bathroom is a standout in its own right, thoughtfully renovated with a peaked ceiling and skylight, eye-catching millwork, and beautifully integrated linen storage. The fourth floor offers a versatile, generous open room, accompanied by a full bath perfect for overflow guests or live-in help. Outdoors, a newly designed courtyard patio provides a charming and intimate setting come summer. An attached two-car garage connects directly to the mudroom. Many recent upgrades underscore the home’s turnkey appeal, ensuring peace of mind from the HVAC to the roof. Ideally positioned to appreciate all that Princeton has to offer, including the University, shopping, the theater, highly regarded public and private schools, and excellent dining, there’s so much to love about this fabulous home!
Sold for $1,999,999
$1,999,999
25 Governors Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
3,835sqft
Condominium
Built in 1996
-- sqft lot
$1,729,600 Zestimate®
$522/sqft
$5,655 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,729,600
$1.64M - $1.82M
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Impeccable finishesLuxury private bathGlossy wood floorsEye-catching millworkDedicated home officeBeautifully integrated linen storageMultiple closets
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Listed by:
Martha Giancola 609-658-1969,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Bought with:
Joseph Buono
RE/MAX Diamond Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2074676
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 22
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 784 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 X 28
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 21
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 13
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 15
Mud room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 608 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 32
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Study
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Crown Molding, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,835
- Total interior livable area: 3,835 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,835
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140560100014 25
- Zoning: OR2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Subdivision: Governors Lane
- Municipality: PRINCETON
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- Association name: Governors Lane Condo Association
Other fees
- Condo and coop fee: $1,095 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $1,999,999+18%$522/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2074676 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$442/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2074676 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Contingent | $1,695,000$442/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2074676 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+47.4%$442/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2074676 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2017 | Sold | $1,150,000+15%$300/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2011 | Listing removed | $999,900+5.8%$261/sqft |
Source: Gloria Nilson RealtorsReal Living #5724742 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2011 | Sold | $945,000-5.5%$246/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2010 | Listed for sale | $999,900+0.1%$261/sqft |
Source: Gloria Nilson GMAC Real Estate #5724742 Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2004 | Sold | $999,000+75.6%$260/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/1996 | Sold | $568,864$148/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,629 | $962,400 |
| 2024 | $25,629 +10.3% | $962,400 +0.7% |
| 2023 | $23,243 +0.4% | $955,700 |
| 2022 | $23,144 +0.8% | $955,700 +0.7% |
| 2021 | $22,963 +2% | $948,900 |
| 2020 | $22,508 +1.7% | $948,900 |
| 2019 | $22,128 +1.4% | $948,900 |
| 2018 | $21,825 +1.6% | $948,900 |
| 2017 | $21,483 +2.4% | $948,900 |
| 2016 | $20,990 +1.2% | $948,900 |
| 2015 | $20,733 +2.5% | $948,900 |
| 2014 | $20,221 +4.2% | $948,900 |
| 2013 | $19,405 -1.2% | $948,900 |
| 2012 | $19,634 +1.4% | $948,900 -5% |
| 2011 | $19,355 -6.2% | $999,200 |
| 2010 | $20,643 +1.7% | $999,200 +75.6% |
| 2009 | $20,291 +2.5% | $569,000 |
| 2008 | $19,801 +4.2% | $569,000 |
| 2007 | $19,005 | $569,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $569,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $569,000 |
| 2004 | $15,875 | $569,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $569,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $569,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $569,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Littlebrook SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Littlebrook
- Middle: Princeton
- High: Princeton
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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