Tucked away on a cul de sac within Princeton’s admired Ettl Farm community, this Madison model dazzles with brand new updates and a prime lot with sweeping open views. A fenced patio and gazebo beneath a maintenance-free composite deck are perfectly positioned to capture southern sunlight. At the heart of the interior, the stunning, new kitchen steals the show with Bosch appliances, waterfall-edge quartz, brilliant white shaker cabinetry and extra light pouring in from the adjoining sunroom. It’s a true showpiece designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Soaring ceilings and skylights elevate the family room, while chic, modern lighting brings fresh style to the living and dining rooms. A beautifully outfitted library with abundant built-ins and a sunny bay presents the perfect work-from-home refuge. New carpeting extends throughout all four bedrooms, including two suites and two sharing a crisp white bath. The primary suite is luxuriously sized, complete with a sitting room, a three-sided fireplace, dual walk-in closets and an expansive dressing room. The brand new spa bath gleams with a sculptural slipper tub, illuminated mirrors and oversized tile that together deliver a sleek, hotel feel. The finished basement offers exceptional versatility with a wet bar, mirrored gym, sauna, full bath and two bonus rooms ideal for overflow guests, hobbies or play. A 3-car garage with Tesla charger, a 2020 roof with solar panels and fully updated HVAC systems further modernize this turn-key property so close to top schools - Johnson Park Elementary, Stuart Country Day, The Hun School and more. Some photos are virtually staged.
For sale
Price cut: $2K (4/13)
$2,198,000
497 Christopher Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
3,919sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.58 Acres Lot
$2,144,300 Zestimate®
$561/sqft
$133/mo HOA
What's special
Stunning new kitchenCapture southern sunlightWaterfall-edge quartzBosch appliancesBrilliant white shaker cabinetry
- 133 days |
- 628 |
- 26 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rena Yang 609-240-3586,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2072786
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 X 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 13
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 12
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 16
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 21
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,919
- Total interior livable area: 3,919 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,919
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140610300027
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ettl Farm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $400 quarterly
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $561/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,152,000
- Annual tax amount: $31,484
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$2,144,300
$2.04M - $2.25M
$7,944/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $2,198,000-0.1%$561/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2072786 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000+47.2%$561/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2072786 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2014 | Listing removed | $1,495,000$381/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6448003 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+6.8%$381/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6448003 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2008 | Sold | $1,400,000-8.5%$357/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2005 | Sold | $1,530,000+127.8%$390/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/1998 | Sold | $671,724$171/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,678 | $1,152,000 |
| 2024 | $30,678 +9.5% | $1,152,000 |
| 2023 | $28,017 -4.4% | $1,152,000 |
| 2022 | $29,317 +1.6% | $1,152,000 -4.2% |
| 2021 | $28,846 +2% | $1,202,000 +0.8% |
| 2020 | $28,274 +1.7% | $1,192,000 |
| 2019 | $27,797 +1.4% | $1,192,000 |
| 2018 | $27,416 +1.6% | $1,192,000 |
| 2017 | $26,987 +2.4% | $1,192,000 |
| 2016 | $26,367 +1.2% | $1,192,000 |
| 2015 | $26,045 +2.5% | $1,192,000 |
| 2014 | $25,402 +4.2% | $1,192,000 |
| 2013 | $24,376 +4.1% | $1,192,000 |
| 2012 | $23,423 +1.4% | $1,192,000 |
| 2011 | $23,089 -6.3% | $1,192,000 |
| 2010 | $24,645 +1.7% | $1,192,000 +75.5% |
| 2009 | $24,224 +2.5% | $679,300 |
| 2008 | $23,640 +4.2% | $679,300 |
| 2007 | $22,689 | $679,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $679,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $679,300 |
| 2004 | $18,952 | $679,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $679,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $679,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $679,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Johnson Park SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
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