Elegance and comfort define this custom-finished contemporary colonial, clad in striking White Belgian Brick from top to bottom. Privately situated on a picturesque 1.92-acre fenced lot, the property is secured by an estate-quality Jerith fence and stately entrance gates. Bluestone front steps enhance its curb appeal, while the expansive backyard offers a park-like retreat with mature trees, open lawn, and a Trex patio deck leading to a charming gazebo—perfect for gatherings and outdoor entertaining. Graceful statues warmly welcome guests, setting the tone for the grandeur within. A sculptural curved wooden staircase anchors the foyer with artful sophistication, complemented by a stunning European chandelier, marble, and granite floors. Designed for elegant living, the home features a distinguished library, a kitchen with a large center island and generous pantry, a formal dining room, and an expansive living room with vaulted ceiling, skylight, and a floor-to-ceiling ceramic-tile fireplace. The family room with a second fireplace adjoins an exquisite sunroom illuminated by six skylights, offering year-round light and warmth. Upstairs, hardwood hallways lead to four spacious bedrooms, each with custom closets and private balconies—perfect for quiet mornings or starlit evenings. The main suite impresses with oversized skylights, ideal for stargazing, a fireplace for cool evenings and a spacious bath room featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. With twelve skylights and three working fireplaces throughout, the home radiates natural light and welcoming warmth. Includes 'Choice Home Warranty Service'. Additional living space includes a semi-finished multi-room basement, ideal for a home gym, office, or media room. Located in the sought-after community of Rosedale Acres, residents enjoy exclusive access to scenic walking trails winding through meadows and fields. Just minutes from downtown Princeton and conveniently positioned midway between New York City and Philadelphia, this residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and prestige. Some of the photos have been Virtually Staged for illustrative purposes.
For sale
Price cut: $49.9K (4/7)
$1,600,000
16 Benedek Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
0baths
5,830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
1.91 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$75/mo HOA
What's special
Distinguished libraryCustom-finished contemporary colonialSemi-finished multi-room basementHardwood hallwaysEstate-quality jerith fenceFormal dining roomStately entrance gates
- 60 days |
- 844 |
- 30 |
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Listed by:
Robert Levine 609-273-3621,
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2074714
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 0
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony Access, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Skylight(s), Attached Bathroom, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 33
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Balcony Access
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Balcony Access, Flooring - Carpet, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Balcony Access, Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 21
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 572 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 26
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Library
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Skylight(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 25
Other
- Features: Skylight(s), Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 22
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Central Vacuum, Built-In Range, Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Combination Kitchen/Dining, Curved Staircase, Attic, Dining Area, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,830
- Total interior livable area: 5,830 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,830
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Built In, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Masonry/Stone
Lot
- Size: 1.91 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 070750100057
- Zoning: EP-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rosedale Acres
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $900 annually
- HOA name: MICO MGMNT
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: LAWRENCE TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $274/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $790,400
- Annual tax amount: $25,016
- Date on market: 4/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Microwave Oven, Dishwasher, Central Vacuum System, Washer, Dryer,
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Belongings
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $1,600,000-3%$274/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2074714 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2026 | Price change | $1,649,900-5.7%$283/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065318 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,749,900-2.7%$300/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Listing removed | $1,799,000$309/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2512555R Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Price change | $1,799,000-2.8%$309/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2058680 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000-2.1%$317/sqft |
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| 9/20/2024 | Listing removed | $1,890,000$324/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000$324/sqft |
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| 8/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/15/2024 | Price change | $1,890,000-5.5%$324/sqft |
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| 12/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+37.9%$343/sqft |
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| 12/30/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/26/2020 | Listing removed | $1,449,999$249/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME303178 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2020 | Listed for rent | $5,000$1/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME298742 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2020 | Listing removed | $5,000$1/sqft |
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| 10/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,449,999+163.6%$249/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME303178 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2020 | Listed for rent | $5,000-16.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME298742 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2019 | Listing removed | $6,000$1/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME283734 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2019 | Listed for rent | $6,000$1/sqft |
Source: Homes & Loans Outlet #NJME203818 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/1994 | Sold | $550,000$94/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,487 | $790,400 |
| 2024 | $24,487 +3.9% | $790,400 |
| 2023 | $23,562 +1.3% | $790,400 |
| 2022 | $23,261 +1.4% | $790,400 |
| 2021 | $22,937 +1.3% | $790,400 |
| 2020 | $22,645 -9.1% | $790,400 |
| 2019 | $24,920 +0.5% | $790,400 -11.2% |
| 2018 | $24,804 +1.5% | $890,000 |
| 2017 | $24,439 +2.8% | $890,000 |
| 2016 | $23,763 -7.3% | $890,000 |
| 2015 | $25,645 +14.3% | $890,000 -9.1% |
| 2014 | $22,436 +4.2% | $978,800 +104% |
| 2013 | $21,534 -11.6% | $479,700 |
| 2012 | $24,357 +1.1% | $479,700 -15.5% |
| 2011 | $24,085 +4.3% | $567,500 |
| 2010 | $23,092 +1.6% | $567,500 |
| 2009 | $22,728 +5.4% | $567,500 |
| 2008 | $21,565 +4.1% | $567,500 |
| 2007 | $20,714 | $567,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $567,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $567,500 |
| 2004 | $16,968 | $567,500 +3.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $550,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $550,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $550,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Lawrenceville Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Lawrence Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.4 mi
- 7/10Lawrence High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lawrence H.s.
- District: Lawrence Township
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- New Jersey
- Mercer County
- Princeton
- 08540
- 16 Benedek Rd
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