Elizabeth DelCasale
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 970-8068
94 Total Sales
2 in Princeton
$712K - $1.4M Price Range
40 Murray Place Princeton, NJ 08540
Princeton Area
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,233
Sq Ft
5,454
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to Harrison Street Park
- Riverside Elementary School Rated A+
- Radiator
About This Home
As of June 2026Nestled on the charming Murray Place, this well-appointed duplex offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern livability — ideal for owner-occupants and savvy investors alike.
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed, open-concept first floor where a generous family and dining area flows effortlessly into the kitchen — perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The large eat-in kitchen is a true standout, bathed in natural light and featuring a French door that open directly onto a private yard, offering a rare outdoor retreat in the middle of one of New Jersey's most sought-after downtowns.
The second floor presents three bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing comfortable and versatile living arrangements. You will also find the laundry room on the second floor. Ascend to the fully finished third floor, where two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom create a flexible space ideal for guests, or a home office suite.
Completing this exceptional offering is a private driveway accommodating two vehicles — a coveted amenity in downtown Princeton where parking is at a premium.
With Nassau Street's world-class dining, boutique shopping, Princeton University's storied campus, and NJ Transit all just steps away. Murray Place puts everything Princeton has to offer right at your doorstep. This duplex is an opportunity not to be missed.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(609) 924-5353 ingela@princetonhome.com Queenston Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 6099245353 License #344850 Listed on: 05/22/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
(609) 924-5353 jamesjoslin41@gmail.com Queenston Realty, LLC License #2191929
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Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,225
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- 5,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 41.00 x 133.00
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Colonial Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,233 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
Schools
- Riverside Elementary School
- John Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include insurance
- Riverside Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00024
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-00051 01-00024
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2009
Sold by
Bentch Timothy and Bentch Lori
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,500
Outstanding Balance
$225,109
Interest Rate
5.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$901,599
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 5, 2007
Sold by
Wright Helen S and Michaels Margaret J
Bought by
Bentch Lori and Bentch Lorri
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Princeton, NJ
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Elizabeth DelCasale
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Raffaele Marino
Raffaele Marino
Coldwell Banker Realty
(848) 281-0408
79 Total Sales
3 in Princeton
$960,000 Price Range
-
Ranka Vucetic
Ranka Vucetic
Serhant New Jersey LLC
(848) 301-2876
36 Total Sales
1 in Princeton
$650,000 Price
-
Elizabeth McGillan
Elizabeth McGillan
Keller Williams Realty Sewell
(848) 277-0816
123 Total Sales
1 in Princeton
$890,000 Price
-
Piotr Sudal
Piotr Sudal
EXP Realty
(609) 913-2425
94 Total Sales
1 in Princeton
$850,000 Price
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Amanda Botwood
Amanda Botwood
COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
(877) 801-0721
74 Total Sales
20 in Princeton
$830K - $2.8M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $370,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2026 06/23/26 | Sold | $1,137,003 | +19.8% | $509 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/01/2026 06/01/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/22/2026 05/22/26 | For Sale | $949,000 | 0.0% | $425 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/14/2025 11/14/25 | Rented | $4,550 | +1.1% | -- | |
| 11/03/2025 11/03/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Price Changed | $4,500 | -10.0% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2025 07/19/25 | For Rent | $5,000 | +1.6% | -- | |
| 08/24/2020 08/24/20 | Rented | $4,920 | +7.0% | -- | |
| 08/09/2020 08/09/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/17/2020 07/17/20 | For Rent | $4,600 | +9.5% | -- | |
| 09/06/2016 09/06/16 | Rented | $4,200 | -6.7% | -- | |
| 09/01/2016 09/01/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/21/2016 07/21/16 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/16/2016 07/16/16 | Sold | $700,000 | +7.9% | $448 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/12/2016 04/12/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/29/2016 03/29/16 | For Sale | $649,000 | -- | $415 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,226 | $593,700 | $444,000 | $149,700 |
| 2025 | $16,226 | $593,700 | $444,000 | $149,700 |
| 2024 | $14,926 | $593,700 | $444,000 | $149,700 |
| 2023 | $14,926 | $593,700 | $444,000 | $149,700 |
| 2022 | $13,466 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2021 | $13,505 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2020 | $13,400 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2019 | $13,134 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2018 | $12,912 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2017 | $12,735 | $553,700 | $404,000 | $149,700 |
| 2016 | $10,537 | $465,400 | $342,800 | $122,600 |
| 2015 | $10,295 | $465,400 | $342,800 | $122,600 |
| 2014 | $10,169 | $465,400 | $342,800 | $122,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ingela Kostenbader
Seller's Agent in 2026
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
(609) 902-5302
270 Total Sales
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James Joslin
Buyer's Agent in 2026
James Joslin
Queenston Realty, LLC
(609) 203-9910
47 Total Sales
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Jinxin Jiang
JJ
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jinxin Jiang
Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton
(609) 647-6833
87 Total Sales
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BRETT GRZYBEK
Buyer's Agent in 2025
BRETT GRZYBEK
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(732) 789-5839
7 Total Sales
-
Yuen Li Huang
Seller's Agent in 2020
Yuen Li Huang
BHHS Fox & Roach
(609) 933-9988
84 Total Sales
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SE
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Susan Eelman
Weichert Corporate
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2077600
APN: 14-00051-01-00024
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