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    • $1,800,000

    41 Vandeventer Ave, Princeton, NJ 08542

    5beds
    2,356sqft
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    $12,556/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    8,999 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $764/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two-car garageNew boilerOriginal carved wood staircaseExpanded kitchenSpotless spacious basementPowder roomWrap-around front porch
    A truly special offering, this quintessential Queen Anne Victorian stands in the heart of town, literally steps from Princeton University’s campus and the beloved Garden Theater. Available for the first time in over four decades, it combines the romance and craftsmanship of the 19th century with thoughtful modern updates by Lasley Brahaney. The generous .21-acre lot also offers a private brick patio and two-car garage, rare assets in such a central location. The beautifully maintained home makes a memorable first impression with its wrap-around front porch and vestibule entry, complete with a push-button automatic door. Inside, the original carved wood staircase is a showstopping architectural feature and wonderful reminder of bygone days. In recent years, multiple renovations and improvements were completed to the highest standards, while remaining consistently sensitive to the original character. The result is a seamless blend of period charm, timeless materials and modern-day functionality. The expanded kitchen is especially inviting with a breakfast alcove, marble countertops, custom cabinetry and salvaged wood flooring. An adjoining mudroom, entirely clad in antique beadboard, adds exceptional practicality with an extra sink and powder room. A butler's pantry provides more valuable storage and convenient access to the laundry. The dining room, complete with a deep china closet, has been opened up to offer greater flexibility for large gatherings. Both the living and sitting rooms feature working fireplaces expertly restored by the mason from This Old House and fitted with cast-iron inserts, including one imported from England. New windows across the first floor and privacy glass on many upper windows are another welcome improvement. Upstairs, two classically styled bathrooms - one just completed in 2024 with heated floors and a clawfoot tub - serve three bedrooms and an office. The third floor provides even more space with two charming bedrooms, another office and a generously sized bathroom. Attic storage, a cedar walk-in and a spotless, spacious basement offer abundant room to keep everything organized. Brand new A/C and a new boiler ensure comfortable days ahead. After more than 40 years in the same hands, this long-loved Victorian is ready to be passed along to the next steward seeking a culturally rich, in-town lifestyle.
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    Madolyn Greve 609-462-2505,

    Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2085810MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Storage Room, Full Bath, Half Bath
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 12
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 13
      Bedroom 5
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 13
      Breakfast room
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 9
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 13
      Family room
      • Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 12
      Foyer
      • Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 10
      Other
      • Features: Soaking Tub, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 13
      Other
      • Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 54 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 X 9
      Other
      • Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Soaking Tub, Breakfast Bar, Flooring - Heated
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 108 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 12
      Half bath
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 15 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 3 X 5
      Kitchen
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 11
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 28 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 4 X 7
      Living room
      • Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 15
      Mud room
      • Features: Built-in Features, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Wet Bar
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 135 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 15
      Office
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 13
      Office
      • Features: Flooring - HardWood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 13
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 20 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 4 X 5
      Storage room
      • Features: Built-in Features, Attic - Floored
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 190 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 X 19
      Storage room
      • Features: Basement - Unfinished
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 1408 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 32 X 44
      Storage room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 9
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
      Features
      • Attic, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Bar, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
      • Doors: French Doors, Six Panel, Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Hung, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Screens, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Partial,Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Insert, Screen, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,356
      • Total interior livable area: 2,356 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,356
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 8
      • Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Gravel, Private, Detached, Driveway
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 6
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Grip-Accessible Features, Mobility Improvements
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Partial,Back Yard,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Street
      Lot
      • Size: 8,999 Square Feet
      • Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Downtown
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 1400028 0200031
      • Zoning: R4
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Stone, Other
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Excellent
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Fiber Optic

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security System
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Princeton
      • Municipality: PRINCETON

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $764/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $973,600
      • Annual tax amount: $26,608
      • Date on market: 11/12/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Inclusions: All Major Appliances, Round Bathroom Mirror In Tub Bathroom, Select Shelves And Workbench In Basement.
      • Exclusions: Personal Property, All Bathroom Mirrors Except The Tub Bathroom Round Mirror, Dining Room Chandelier, Wine Ranks In The Basement.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Black Top

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 08542

        Getting around

        95 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        88 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Community Park
        • Middle: Prin. Midd
        • High: Princeton H.s.
        • District: Princeton Regional Schools

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