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  • $3,299,600

    511 Lake Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540

    3beds
    2,789sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1961
    0.96 Acres Lot
    $3,299,600 Zestimate®
    $1,183/sqft
    $6,584 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $3,299,600

    $2.90M - $3.76M

    $6,584/mo

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    What's special

    Built in 1960 for Robert H. Taylor, this home is of modernist design, set back from the street; a perfect example of "less is more". Built to an extraordinary standard with brick exterior, concrete and steel floor system, and metal clad expanses of glass, it unfolds, petal like, as you proceed through the house. Privacy is paramount as you enter this residence, with no hint of what lies behind the entry wall. Take a few steps, and dramatic lake views unfold, acting as the backdrop for the elegantly scaled interior spaces. Two private wings flank the public spaces. The living room is over twelve feet high, having floor to ceiling windows overlooking Lake Carnegie. Custom crafted mahogany shelves were built in both the living room and family room/study to hold Mr. Taylor's extensive collection of books (7000, to be exact!) . The living room fireplace has stunning period tile surround, and there is access to the double terrace. These features combine to make this room the sweet spot of the house. Virtually every room has a lake view that is hard to beat, and the lot itself slopes ever so slightly, creating easy access and entry to the lake, whether for boating or skating, plus there is a floating dock. You also may not realize how unusual it is to have a lot that seamlessly merges with the water---no terracing needed here! Offered by it's second owner, this could be the chance of a lifetime to own such a piece of history! Pictures are from previous tenant.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • yes, yes
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    Features
    • 9Ft+Ceiling, CableTVWired, CableTVWired, CableTVWired, SecuritySys, Cathedral/Va, Skylight(s)
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,789 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.96 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1408801000000002

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Average+
    • Year built: 1961

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Princeton

    Other

    Other facts
    • LisMediaList: Photo, Virtual Tour, Document
    • LocaleListingStatus: ACTIVE
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Appliances: KitDoubleSin, Dishwasher, Oven-Double
    • BedroomMaster1Level: Main
    • CookingFuel: GasCooking
    • DiningKitchen: EatInKitchen
    • GarageSpaces: 2-CarGarage
    • HotWater: Natural Gas
    • InteriorFeatures: 9Ft+Ceiling, CableTVWired, CableTVWired, CableTVWired, SecuritySys, Cathedral/Va, Skylight(s)
    • Kitchen1Level: Main
    • LaundryType: MainFlrLndry
    • LivingRoomLevel: Main
    • MainBedroom: FullBath-MBR
    • PoolType: NoPool
    • PropertyCondition: Average+
    • RoomList: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom-Master, Bedroom-Second, Bedroom-Third, Kitchen, Other Room 1, Other Room 2, Family Rm, Laundry Room
    • SewerSeptic: Public Sewer
    • StoryList: Main
    • Water: Public
    • OtherRm2Level: Main
    • OtherRm1Level: Main
    • BedroomSecond1Level: Main
    • Styles: Other
    • Design: Other
    • BedroomThird1Level: Main
    • MainEntrance: Foyer
    • State: NJ
    • Parking: 3+CarParking
    • Exterior: BlockExt, Brick
    • Roof: FlatRoof
    • FamilyRoomLevel: Lower 1
    • LaundryRoomLevel: Main
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/8/2017Sold$1,850,000-6.3%$663/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/10/2017Listing removed$1,975,000$708/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Princeton #6810745 Report a problem
    6/9/2017Pending sale$1,975,000$708/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Princeton #6810745 Report a problem
    1/9/2017Listed for sale$1,975,000$708/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Princeton #6810745 Report a problem
    9/15/2016Listing removed$1,975,000$708/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS #6810745 Report a problem
    8/1/2016Price change$1,975,000-6%$708/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach #6810745 Report a problem
    6/14/2016Listed for sale$2,100,000+5%$753/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6810745 Report a problem
    11/18/2015Listing removed$2,000,000$717/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6579472 Report a problem
    7/27/2015Price change$2,000,000-9.1%$717/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6579472 Report a problem
    5/23/2015Listed for sale$2,200,000$789/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6579472 Report a problem
    5/24/2014Listing removed$4,200$2/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors #6360506 Report a problem
    4/2/2014Price change$4,200+2.4%$2/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors Report a problem
    6/30/2012Listed for rent$4,100+2.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors #6072506 Report a problem
    1/24/2012Listing removed$3,995$1/sqft
    Source: Stockton Real Estate, LLC #5899790 Report a problem
    8/13/2011Price change$3,995-31.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Stockton Real Estate, LLC #5899790 Report a problem
    6/9/2011Listed for rent$5,800$2/sqft
    Source: Stockton Real Estate, LLC #5899790 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$43,575 $1,636,300
    2024$43,575 +9.2%$1,636,300
    2023$39,909 $1,636,300
    2022$39,909 +0.8%$1,636,300
    2021$39,598 +2%$1,636,300
    2020$38,813 +1.7%$1,636,300
    2019$38,159 +1.4%$1,636,300
    2018$37,635 +1.6%$1,636,300
    2017$37,046 +8.7%$1,636,300
    2016$34,094 +1.2%$1,636,300 +6.2%
    2015$33,677 +2.5%$1,541,300
    2014$32,845 -0.7%$1,541,300
    2012$33,087 -4%$1,541,300 -8.5%
    2011$34,455 +34.4%$1,683,800 -5.3%
    2010$25,636 +1.7%$1,778,800 +151.7%
    2009$25,197 +2.5%$706,600
    2008$24,590 +4.2%$706,600
    2007$23,600 $706,600
    2006-- $706,600
    2005-- $706,600
    2004$19,714 $706,600
    2003-- $706,600
    2002-- $706,600
    2001-- $706,600

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 08540

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: RIVERSIDE E.S.
    • Middle: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
    • High: PRINCETON H.S.
    • District: Princeton Regional

    Source: The 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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