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Princeton, NJ, 08540 • 08540 • Mercer County
$362/sqft
-$200,000 since Dec 8, 2025
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
7Baths
4,838Sqft
2.3 acLot
1736Built
Scenic Views
Garden · Trees/Woods
Colonial Style
Built 1736 · 290 years of history
None Available
08540
Enhanced Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Fire Alarm · Smoke Detector(s)
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
7 Fireplaces
Gas/Propane · Wood Burning · Mantel(s) · Corner
Special Features
Above Grade · Outbuilding
3-Car Garage
Storage · Asphalt · Gravel · Driveway · Detached
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Listed 177 days ago · 1,744 views · 65 saves
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Single Family · Built 1736 · Historic
Historic Glencairn - Just beyond Princeton, set amid deep, storied grounds, Glencairn is a rare and enduring private residence—one shaped by centuries of craftsmanship and careful stewardship. With origins dating to 1697, the house offers a quiet confidence that comes only from time, authenticity, and thoughtful evolution. Anchored by an early stone foundation, the residence reveals hand-laid masonry, original timber framing, and rooms of graceful proportion. These historic elements are balanced by a comprehensive architectural renovation by Ford3 Architects, which brought the home forward with modern systems while honoring its architectural soul. Radiant heat, zoned central air, updated plumbing and electrical, natural gas, city sewer, and a slate roof were seamlessly integrated to support comfortable, year-round living. The interiors unfold with a sense of permanence and ease. Formal rooms retain their architectural gravitas, while the great room—located in the home’s earliest section—is centered around a monumental walk-in fireplace that has anchored gatherings for generations. Six en-suite bedrooms, including two multi-room suites, provide flexibility for family and guests, while maintaining the privacy and flow expected of a refined residence. The expansive kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry, is scaled for both daily life and relaxed entertaining. Outside, the grounds feel quietly cinematic. Three historic outbuildings enrich the setting: a relocated 19th-century barn offering versatile utility—whether garaging, recreation, or creative use—alongside an original stone smokehouse and the evocative remains of former stone stables that lend texture and depth to the landscape. While Glencairn has adapted gracefully to different chapters over its long history, the current offering is for the house and property themselves—a residence of uncommon architectural presence, thoughtfully modernized and deeply personal in scale. Celebrated in major publications and lovingly maintained, Glencairn is best suited to a buyer who values heritage, privacy, and the privilege of stewardship over time. A singular home, ready for its next chapter. Some photos may include virtual staging. Buyer to confirm square footage.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights three historic outbuildings, original timber framing, and zoned central air as key attractions of this home.
Based on current rates
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,400,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
19 categories of property features
25 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBedroom4
UpperBedroom5
UpperPrimary Bathroom
UpperMarket data and value estimates
3 schools rated nearby
Princeton, NJ, 08540
3 events
17 years of records
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Princeton, NJ • Mercer County
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