Blackwells Mills is a peaceful suburban community in Hillsborough Township, and spacious yards, nearby farms and access to outdoor recreation give the area a country feel. “It’s a quiet community with not much through traffic,” says Piotr Sudal, a Realtor with eXp Realty who’s sold homes in the area for eiight years. “It’s definitely one of the locations my clients gravitate toward, and they all say they have very friendly neighbors.” Originally an agricultural area, some of the homes here date back to the 1700s, and a few farms still exist in the area today. Most of the community’s over 9,000 residents commute to work: Johnson and Johnson is headquartered 11 miles away in New Brunswick, Princeton University is 12 miles away and New York City is a 53-mile trip.
Blackwells Mills is a vibrant neighborhood of uniquely designed homes nestled among lush greenery and winding streets that foster a sense of community.
Homes built in the 1800s in the Blackwells Mills area often feature classic colonial architectural characterized by their intricate woodwork, high ceilings, and spacious sun porches, reflecting the craftsmanship and historical significance of the era.
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Split-level and new traditional homes on spacious lots
The median home sale price in Blackwells Mills is $915,000, slightly higher than Princeton’s median of around $870,000 and higher than the national median. Homes here sell faster than average and typically only stay on the market for around 29 days. Most houses are late 20th-century bi-levels and split-levels or 21st-century new traditional homes with Colonial Revival influences. These typically sit on 1-acre lots, offering plenty of space between neighbors. Homes built as early as the 1700s are along River Road. “There are houses for different tastes and budgets, starting from a smaller ranch that you can renovate to more impressive houses,” Sudal says. “If you start in Blackwells Mills, you don’t have to move very far to upgrade.”
New traditional homes in the Blackwells Mills area often blend classic architectural styles with modern amenities, featuring spacious layouts, open floor plans, and charming details that reflect the rural character of the region while offering contemporary comforts.
Split-level homes in Blackwells Mills offer multi-level designs with functional spaces and abundant natural light, appealing to families and style seekers alike.
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Local parks and water recreation
Pocket parks, tot lots and walking paths are spread throughout the community. The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail, also called the D&R Canal Trail or the towpath, is an over 70-mile trail that follows a 19th-century canal. “It’s a very popular spot where you can rent kayaks and boats, or you can go for a walk,” Sudal says. The Millstone River is another option for kayaking and fishing. The nearly 700-acre Colonial Park is nearby, and there are four golf courses within 4 miles of the community. Blackwells Mills experiences all four seasons, with summer highs in the 80s and winter lows in the 20s.
The Millstone River flows through the Blackwells Mills area, offering a picturesque natural setting that supports recreational activities like fishing, kayaking, and scenic walking trails along its banks.
Colonial Park, located just 10 minutes north of Blackwells Mills, is the area’s premier recreation destination, spanning 685 acres.
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Kids attend A-rated Hillsborough Township Public Schools
Local kids attend schools in the Hillsborough Township Public School District, which earns an A from Niche. Two elementary schools within the community serve kids until Grade 4. They attend Auten Road Intermediate for Grades 5 and 6 and Hillsborough Middle for Grades 7 and 8. At Hillsborough High, kids can join over 50 clubs, 10 academic teams and eight service organizations. Several A-rated charter and private schools are also nearby.
Auten Road Intermediate School is home to over 1,000 students in Hillsborough/Montgomery Twsps.
Woods Road Elementary School is one of two elementary schools that serve the population of Blackwells Mills.
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A car-reliant community with commuter train options
U.S. Route 206 is nearby, leading about 9 miles to Somerville and 11 miles to Princeton. Commuters can take the New Jersey Transit train to get to New York, located 53 miles away. “You’re kind of between two train stations,” Sudal says. “You have to go to the Princeton Junction station to get on the train. The train is one hour to New York, but you need 20 to 30 minutes to drive to the station.” A new train station is coming to North Brunswick, which will be about 10 minutes closer than Princeton Junction; the project is currently in the design phase. While there are some bike lanes and sidewalks within the community, residents will have to drive to amenities. Newark Liberty International Airport is a 36-mile trip. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset is 8 miles away. Crime data for Blackwells Mills is not readily available.
Farm markets nearby and national retailers a short drive away
Many of the community’s farms have markets that sell local produce, and residents can join a Community-Supported Agriculture program to receive weekly vegetables. Restaurants and retail stores are about 4 miles away in Hillsborough, with more options about 10 miles away in Somerville and Bridgewater, including Bridgewater Commons, an indoor shopping mall with over 150 stores.
Horsin' Around Coffee serve their brews out of a vintage trailer at Norz Hill Farmers Market.
Once inside Bridgewater Commons, you'll quickly find out why people flock here as a destination.
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