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  • $1,899,999

    428 Franklin Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540

    5beds
    3,731sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2017
    0.37 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $509/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New fencingProfessionally reimagined backyardGenerous walk-in closetJenn-air appliancesCalifornia closets-designed closetBrazilian hardwood floorsDesigner lighting
    A rare find in Princeton’s coveted Littlebrook neighborhood: more than 3,700 square feet of thoughtfully upgraded living space with five bedrooms, five full baths, and an exceptionally walkable location. Built in 2017 and continually improved since, this light-filled home is just a short stroll from Littlebrook Elementary, Princeton Middle School and Princeton High School, and the shops and restaurants of Princeton Shopping Center. A dramatic two-story foyer makes an immediate impression, with formal living and dining rooms flanking the entry. Nine-foot ceilings, Brazilian hardwood floors, and abundant natural light create bright, beautifully proportioned interiors. The newly redesigned kitchen pairs quartzite countertops and a matching full-height backsplash with Jenn-Air appliances, designer lighting, white oak shelving, and a floor-to-ceiling pantry. It opens to a soaring, skylit family room anchored by a fireplace and a wall of glass doors leading to the expanded deck and professionally reimagined backyard, creating a natural flow between indoor and outdoor living. The main level is equally thoughtful. A private fifth bedroom, currently used as a study, features built-in bookshelves and a California Closets-designed closet, with a full bath nearby—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or working from home. A dedicated mudroom with built-in storage keeps busy routines organized. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite includes a sitting area, generous walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath. Three additional bedrooms include a Jack-and-Jill arrangement and a private en-suite. The finished lower level adds flexible space for media, fitness, recreation, or play, plus a full bath and exceptional storage. Outside, the professionally regraded and relandscaped property features new fencing, fresh plantings, and an expanded deck for outdoor living. A two-car garage with premium flooring and an EV charger completes the home. Beautifully updated, exceptionally well located, and ready to enjoy from day one.
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    Listed by:

    Ingela Kostenbader 609-902-5302,

    Queenston Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2080052MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Basement: Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,731
      • Total interior livable area: 3,731 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,731
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.37 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 140750100005
      • Zoning: R7
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Other
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2017

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Littlebrook
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Princeton
      • Municipality: PRINCETON

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $509/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,217,500
      • Annual tax amount: $33,274
      • Date on market: 7/7/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Exclusions: The Water Purifier
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$1,899,999+45%$509/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJME2080052 Report a problem
        9/29/2017Sold$1,310,000-3%$351/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/7/2017Pending sale$1,350,000$362/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6910507 Report a problem
        5/2/2017Price change$1,350,000-3.5%$362/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6910507 Report a problem
        2/24/2017Price change$1,399,500-1.8%$375/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6910507 Report a problem
        1/11/2017Price change$1,425,000-5%$382/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6910507 Report a problem
        11/16/2016Listed for sale$1,499,500-1.7%$402/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6890409 Report a problem
        7/19/2016Listing removed$1,525,000$409/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6656215 Report a problem
        10/11/2015Listed for sale$1,525,000+176.8%$409/sqft
        Source: Gloria Nilson Co. Real Estate #6656215 Report a problem
        4/7/2014Sold$551,000+11.3%$148/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/22/2014Listed for sale$495,000$133/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty #6340368 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$32,422 $1,217,500
        2024$32,422 +9.5%$1,217,500
        2023$29,610 +2.2%$1,217,500
        2022$28,963 +0.8%$1,217,500 +2.5%
        2021$28,738 +2%$1,187,500
        2020$28,168 +1.7%$1,187,500
        2019$27,693 +40.5%$1,187,500
        2018$19,711 +162.2%$1,187,500 +38.6%
        2017$7,516 -26.2%$857,000 +158.1%
        2016$10,180 +1.2%$332,000 -27.9%
        2015$10,055 +2.5%$460,200
        2014$9,807 +3.1%$460,200 -1.1%
        2013$9,513 +4.1%$465,200
        2012$9,141 +1.4%$465,200
        2011$9,011 +9.8%$465,200
        2010$8,210 +1.7%$465,200 +105.6%
        2009$8,070 +2.5%$226,300
        2008$7,875 +4.2%$226,300
        2007$7,558 $226,300
        2006-- $226,300
        2005-- $226,300
        2004$6,314 $226,300
        2003-- $226,300
        2002-- $226,300
        2001-- $226,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Princeton North

        Getting around

        42 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        68 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Littlebrook E.s.
        • Middle: John Witherspoon M.s.
        • High: Princeton H.s.
        • 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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