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    • $1,150,000

    528 Mercer Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

    3beds
    1,424sqft
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    $7,720/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1945
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $808/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modern lightingFlawless wood floorsRenovated kitchenWindow boxesRichly veined marbleNewly enlarged deckBreakfast area
    With head-turning curb appeal, a backyard that opens directly to Princeton Battlefield Park and a kitchen by celebrity designer Sarah Sherman Samuel, this charming Cape is the perfect package. Dormers, window boxes and easy parking for three or more cars create an inviting first impression, while around back, a newly enlarged deck and stone patio bask in the unexpected tranquility of a tree-lined backyard with a rear gate opening directly to the park. Inside, flawless wood floors flow through the open living room, breakfast area and renovated kitchen showcasing richly veined marble, warm brass accents, modern lighting and an induction range, with gas cooking also available. The perfectly coordinated first-floor full bath lends overnight hosting flexibility to a nearby den with a built-in bar. Behind the spruced-up fireplace, a skylit sunroom with terra cotta tile flooring offers exceptional versatility for work, play or entertaining, complete with a private deck. Upstairs, three bright bedrooms share a bath tiled floor-to-ceiling in Carrara marble. The garage was ingeniously converted into a storage-rich mudroom with laundry and extra space for hobbies or fitness, yet it’s easy to reclaim for vehicle use thanks to a second washer and dryer in the large basement. This historic location, which saw the turning point of the American Revolution, is just 1.5 miles from downtown Princeton, 2.5 miles from major shopping destinations and just as close to Johnson Park School. Chimney and fireplace conveyed as is. Buyer and buyer's agent responsible for confirming square footage.This home is located within the Battle Field Historic District.
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    Listed by:

    Ellie Deardorff 609-658-4999,

    Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton,

    Co-Listing Agent: Kimberly Rizk 609-203-4807,

    Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2077436MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Full Bath
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 20
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 228 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 19
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 X 15
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 90 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 10
      Foyer
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 36 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 X 6
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 40 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5 X 8
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 14
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 242 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 22
      Mud room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 35 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5 X 7
      Sitting room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 12
      Other
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 X 13
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ductless, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Mud Room
      Features
      • Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen - Gourmet
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
      • Basement: Unfinished,Sump Pump
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,424
      • Total interior livable area: 1,424 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,424
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 0.26 Acres
      • Features: Adjoins National Park
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 141030100010
      • Zoning: R3
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1945

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • 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: $808/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $521,800
      • Annual tax amount: $14,260
      • Date on market: 6/6/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
      • Inclusions: All Appliances And Fixtures. Custom Made, Mobile Kitchen Island.
      • Exclusions: Personal Items Including Artwork And Furniture.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/6/2026Listed for sale$1,150,000+77.7%$808/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJME2077436 Report a problem
        11/6/2020Sold$647,000-0.5%$454/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/29/2020Pending sale$650,000$456/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton #NJME300744 Report a problem
        9/29/2020Listed for sale$650,000$456/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton #NJME300744 Report a problem
        8/29/2020Listing removed$650,000$456/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton #NJME300744 Report a problem
        8/26/2020Pending sale$650,000$456/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton #NJME300744 Report a problem
        8/23/2020Listed for sale$650,000+44.4%$456/sqft
        Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton #NJME300744 Report a problem
        9/3/2002Sold$450,000+86%$316/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/6/1996Sold$242,000$170/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$13,896 +3.8%$521,800 +3.8%
        2024$13,382 +4.2%$502,500 -4.6%
        2023$12,844 $526,600
        2022$12,844 +0.8%$526,600
        2021$12,744 +2%$526,600
        2020$12,491 +1.7%$526,600
        2019$12,280 +1.4%$526,600
        2018$12,112 +1.6%$526,600
        2017$11,922 +2.8%$526,600
        2016$11,595 +1.2%$526,600 +0.5%
        2015$11,454 +2.5%$524,200
        2014$11,171 -4.9%$524,200 -8.7%
        2013$11,742 +4.1%$574,200
        2012$11,283 +1.4%$574,200
        2011$11,122 +22.5%$574,200
        2010$9,077 +1.7%$574,200 +129.5%
        2009$8,922 +2.5%$250,200
        2008$8,707 +4.2%$250,200
        2007$8,357 $250,200
        2006-- $250,200
        2005-- $250,200
        2004$6,981 $250,200
        2003-- $250,200
        2002-- $250,200
        2001-- $250,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 08540

        Getting around

        11 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        56 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Johnson Park
        • Middle: J Witherspoon
        • High: Phs
        • 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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