In close proximity to McCarter Theatre, the Dinky train and the storied grounds of Princeton University, this in-town home offers the rare chance to create something all your own in one of Princeton’s most exciting locations. From world-class performances and lively restaurants to beautiful campus pathways and effortless trips into the city, everything is at your doorstep. The clapboard exterior and vestibule entry hint at the home’s enduring character, while inside, generous rooms with original hardwood floors and abundant natural light provide a strong foundation for renovation and personalization. Authentic details lend charm and warmth, including a gracious staircase, four fireplaces, built-ins and a glass-enclosed mudroom. There are three to four bedrooms and two full baths on the second floor, plus ample storage and a bedroom on the third floor. The backyard is sweet and shady with a stone path leading right to McCarter’s entrance. Easy off-street parking completes the in-town experience. Whether your vision leans toward preserving historic character, introducing sophisticated modern updates or creating an investment opportunity in a premier location, this property is brimming with potential.
Under contract
$950,000
78 Alexander St, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
2,386sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
4,796 Square Feet Lot
$937,100 Zestimate®
$398/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Four fireplacesGlass-enclosed mudroomEasy off-street parkingOriginal hardwood floorsGenerous roomsAbundant natural lightAmple storage
- 45 days |
- 607 |
- 25 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jud Henderson 609-651-2226,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2077270
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 19
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 5
Office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,386
- Total interior livable area: 2,386 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,386
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,796 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35.00 x 137.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1400044 0100013
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $398/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,400
- Annual tax amount: $21,765
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: All Fixtures, Appliances And Window Treatments As They Exist.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$937,100
$890,000 - $984,000
$5,812/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Contingent | $950,000$398/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2077270 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$398/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2077270 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,208 | $796,400 |
| 2024 | $21,208 +9.2% | $796,400 |
| 2023 | $19,424 | $796,400 |
| 2022 | $19,424 +0.8% | $796,400 |
| 2021 | $19,273 +2% | $796,400 |
| 2020 | $18,891 +1.7% | $796,400 |
| 2019 | $18,572 +1.4% | $796,400 |
| 2018 | $18,317 +1.6% | $796,400 |
| 2017 | $18,031 +2.4% | $796,400 |
| 2016 | $17,616 +1.2% | $796,400 |
| 2015 | $17,401 +2.5% | $796,400 |
| 2014 | $16,971 +1.2% | $796,400 |
| 2013 | $16,764 +3.1% | $796,400 |
| 2012 | $16,255 -0.4% | $796,400 |
| 2011 | $16,327 -13% | $796,400 |
| 2010 | $18,763 +1.1% | $796,400 +85.3% |
| 2009 | $18,561 | $429,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Community Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Community Park
- 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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