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Request Info78 ALEXANDER STREETPRINCETON, NJ 08540
Single Family · 4 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 2,386 Sq. ft. | 0.11 Acres$950,000
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
78 ALEXANDER STREET Overview
- Time on Site:
- 45 days
- Visits:
- 4
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.
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78 ALEXANDER STREET Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 2,386
- Price/Sq.ft. $398
- Lot 0.11 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: No
- Condo/Coop Association: No
School Information
- Elementary School: COMMUNITY PARK
- Middle Or Junior School: J WITHERSPOON
- High School: PRINCETON
Listing Information
- Contingency: Attorney Review
- Real Estate Owned: No
- Short Sale: No
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Pool: No Pool
- Total SQFT: 2386
- Year Built: 1900
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County: MERCER
- County Or Parish: MERCER
- MLS Area Major: Princeton (21114)
- Subdivision Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Parking Information
- Type of Parking: Driveway
Tax Information
- City/Town Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Tax Annual Amount: $21,765.00
- Tax Assessed Value: 796400.00
- Tax Year: 2025
General Information
- Inclusions: All fixtures, appliances and window treatments as they exist.
- Property Type: Residential
- School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
- Senior Community: No
- Special Listing Conditions: Standard
- Vacation Rental: No
- Year Assessed: 2025
- Zoning: R3
Interior
Building Information
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Parking Information
- Garage: No
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 4
Building Exterior/Construction
- Structure Type: Detached
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2386
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
- Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0
- Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Central Air: No
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
General Information
- Accessibility Features: None
- Cooling: None
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 4
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting
- Levels: 3
- Living Area: 2386
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Main Level Bedrooms: 0
Room Information
- Room List: Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Laundry,Mud Room,Office
Exterior
Lot Information
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Acres: 0.11
- Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00 x 137.00
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4796.00
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Water Oriented: No
- Water View: No
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
General Information
- Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Access: No
Room Information
Room: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 13
- Width: 15
Room: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 18
- Width: 15
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Length: 19
- Width: 10
Room: Laundry
- Level: Main
- Length: 5
- Width: 5
Room: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 15
- Width: 15
Room: Mud Room
- Level: Main
- Length: 5
- Width: 6
Room: Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper 1
- Length: 14
- Width: 14
Room: Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper 1
- Length: 13
- Width: 15
Room: Office
- Level: Upper 1
- Length: 10
- Width: 10
Room: Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper 1
- Length: 14
- Width: 14
Room: Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper 2
- Length: 15
- Width: 11
78 ALEXANDER STREET Neighborhood
Community
08540 (PRINCETON) Demographics
38
Median Age
979
Population Density (per sq. mile)
85%
College Educated
$154,859
Estimated Median Income
11,795
Estimated Total Home Owners
6,348
Estimated Total Renters
65% / 35%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.78 ALEXANDER STREET Monthly Cost
78 ALEXANDER STREET Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$1,353,834
Average List Price
$529
Average Price per Square Foot
49
Properties Sold
103
Average Days on Market
260
Properties for Sale
78 ALEXANDER STREET History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT |
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| 5/15/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | May 15, 2026 |