An extraordinary modern home guided by the principles of the Arts and Crafts movement showcases the beauty of natural materials and artisan-made details throughout a meticulously planned interior. Princeton Design Guild completed the project in 2011. Soon after, it was featured on the annual Princeton House Tour, an invitation for all to come appreciate the combination of exotic woods sourced from around the world, as well as lovely treetop views of the historic neighborhood edging Princeton University campus. The memorable details begin right at the front door decorated with celestial-themed inlays. Custom Loewen windows, handsome built-in storage and a stacked stone fireplace set the scene in the living room, which is unmarred by a TV, thanks to an ingenious hidden lift. The kitchen features distinctly grained rainforest marble atop Koa and Zebrawood cabinetry. A charcoal gray Viking range and separate warming drawer, instant hot and filtered water as well as an integrated Miele coffee station are some of the high-end appliances that have been serviced like clockwork. From the dining room, step through extra-tall glass doors to a terrace paved in rainbow sandstone perched above the newly fenced lawn edged with evergreen holly trees. You can also enjoy a view of the streetscape from a balcony off the main bedroom suite. A built-in workstation, a steam shower within the all-marble bath, Electrolux laundry appliances and a completely tricked out dressing room converted from the fourth bedroom make the entire second level a five-star owner’s retreat. The third floor is another destination unto itself with a sprawling rooftop terrace and a lounge area outside two more bedrooms. Down in the clean-as-a-whistle basement, you’ll find plentiful storage and a Savant Smart Home system that controls the climate, Lutron lighting, media and security throughout the whole home, as well as a Generac generator that ensures your comfort is never disrupted. Don’t miss the handy driveway side entry or the outdoor storage alcoves that keep firewood and garbage bins neatly tucked away - further proof that every inch of this in-town home was planned to perfection!
Sold for $2,000,000
$2,000,000
51 Patton Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$2,005,200 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$5,777 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.78M - $2.25M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jud Henderson 609-651-2226,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Bought with:
Yuen Li “Ivy” Huang, 0234160
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2065178
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Study, Laundry, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Study
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Built-in Features, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 120.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1400055 0100006
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Craftsman,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Riverside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,172,900
- Annual tax amount: $31,234
- Date on market: 9/9/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: All Window Treatments, Appliances As They Exist And Fixtures Except Those Excluded Below.
- Exclusions: Light Fixtures In Entrance / Fr, Stairwell To Third Floor, Hanging Fixtures And Sconce In Primary Closet, Bird Feeder.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | Sold | $2,000,000-8.5% |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2065178 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Pending sale | $2,185,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065178 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Contingent | $2,185,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065178 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,185,000+385.6% |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065178 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2008 | Sold | $450,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,234 | $1,172,900 |
| 2024 | $31,234 +20.1% | $1,172,900 |
| 2023 | $26,012 | $1,172,900 +10% |
| 2022 | $26,012 +0.8% | $1,066,500 |
| 2021 | $25,809 +2% | $1,066,500 |
| 2020 | $25,297 +1.7% | $1,066,500 |
| 2019 | $24,871 +1.4% | $1,066,500 |
| 2018 | $24,530 +6.6% | $1,066,500 |
| 2017 | $23,014 +2.4% | $1,066,500 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $22,485 +1.2% | $1,016,500 |
| 2015 | $22,211 +2.5% | $1,016,500 |
| 2014 | $21,662 +1.2% | $1,016,500 |
| 2013 | $21,397 +3.1% | $1,016,500 |
| 2012 | $20,747 +0.7% | $1,016,500 |
| 2011 | $20,594 +69.4% | $1,016,500 +59.1% |
| 2010 | $12,157 +6.8% | $639,000 +128.5% |
| 2009 | $11,387 | $279,600 |
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Neighborhood: 08540
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Riverside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverside
- Middle: J Witherspoon
- 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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