78 Alexander St Princeton, NJ 08540
Estimated payment $6,966/month
Highlights
- 4 Fireplaces
- 3-minute walk to Princeton
- No HOA
- Community Park Elementary School Rated A
- Mud Room
- Home Office
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
(609) 921-1050 info@callawayhenderson.com Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton Brokerage Phone: 6099211050 License #9231366 Listed on: 05/15/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,765
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 4,796 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 35.00 x 137.00
- Property is zoned R3
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,386 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 4 Fireplaces
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Community Park Elementary School
- J Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00013
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-00044 01-00013
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,208 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2024 | $20,022 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2023 | $20,022 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2022 | $19,368 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2021 | $19,424 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2020 | $19,273 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2019 | $18,891 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2018 | $18,572 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2017 | $18,317 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2016 | $18,031 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2015 | $17,616 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
| 2014 | $17,401 | $796,400 | $522,800 | $273,600 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 05/15/26 | For Sale | $950,000 | -- | $398 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2077270
APN: 14-00044-01-00013
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