Sold182d on marketHistoric · 96 yrs
1 Carson Rd
Princeton, NJ, 08540 • 08540 • Mercer County
$540,000
$318/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,699Sqft
4.8 acLot
1930Built
Property DNA
Trees/Woods Views
Trees/Woods
Bungalow,Transitional Style
Built 1930 · 96 years of history
None Available
08540
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade · Outbuilding
Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 182 days ago · 42 views
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
42 views
People checking out this listing
182 days on market
Established listing
$318/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1930 · Historic
Looking for land, flexibility, and a quiet setting near Princeton? Set on 3+ acres*, this 3-bed, 2-bath home offers the canvas you’ve been waiting for—update the current layout, expand, or start fresh. A substantial detached barn/studio (power) is perfect for creative pursuits, gear, or hobby space. Well and septic on site (per seller). Enjoy a Lawrence Township location with a Princeton mailing address and room to grow. The barn/studio has fully paid for solar panels. Buyer is responsible for all due diligence regarding approvals and intended use. Sold as-is; inspections welcome.( * with wetlands appox 4.7 acres)
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,375/month
Principal & Interest$2,655
Property Tax$540
Insurance$180
Down payment20% ($108,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.23% rate · 30yr fixed · $432,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1930
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Electric
Parking4 Open Parking spaces
Lot4.79 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow,Transitional
ConditionFixer
Year built1930
Stories2
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingWindow Unit(s), Electric
RoofShingle
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerWell / On Site Septic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingPrivate, Unpaved, Driveway, Parking Lot
BasementDirt Floor,Unfinished
FencingWood
Lot4.79 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08540
ZoningEP-1
Annual tax$11,648
Parcel0706601000000053
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Attic
Built-in Features
Dry Wall
Appliances
Range
Six Burner Stove
Range Hood
Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Oil
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Private
Unpaved
Driveway
Parking Lot
Construction
Frame
Lot Features
Adjoins - Open Space
Corner Lot
Wooded
Rear Yard
SideYard(s)
Other
Not In Development
Irregular Lot
Corner Lot/Unit
Views
Trees/Woods
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Outbuilding
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
MainBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBathroom2
UpperOther
MainKitchen
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market182
Est. value$547,300
Est. rent$4,242/mo
Tax rate2.04%
Price/sqft$318
On marketAug 21, 2025
PostedAug 21, 2025
Last sold$540,000
MLS updatedDec 22, 2025
Tour days6
Views42
How are the schools in Princeton?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Princeton, NJ, 08540
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 10, 2025Sold$540,000$318Bright MLS
Sep 10, 2025Contingent$535,000$315Bright MLS
Sep 7, 2025Listed For Sale$535,000$315Bright MLS
Dec 22, 1999Sold$237,000$139Public Record
Sold$540,000
Oct 10, 2025•$318/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$535,000
Sep 10, 2025•$315/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$535,000
Sep 7, 2025•$315/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$237,000
Dec 22, 1999•$139/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2025$11,648$376,000
Apr 11, 2024$11,648$376,000
Apr 11, 2023$11,209$376,000
Apr 11, 2022$11,066$376,000
Apr 11, 2021$10,912$376,000
Apr 11, 2020$10,772$376,000
Apr 11, 2019$10,528$376,000
Apr 11, 2018$10,479$376,000
Apr 11, 2017$10,325$376,000
Apr 11, 2016$10,039$376,000
Apr 11, 2015$9,851$376,000
Apr 11, 2014$10,706$376,000
Apr 11, 2013$10,275$228,900
Apr 11, 2012$10,189$228,900
Apr 11, 2011$10,075$237,400
Apr 11, 2010$9,660$237,400
Apr 11, 2009$9,508$237,400
Apr 11, 2008$9,021$237,400
Apr 11, 2007$8,665$237,400
Apr 11, 2006—$237,400
Apr 11, 2005—$237,400
Apr 11, 2004$7,098$237,400
Apr 11, 2003—$237,400
Apr 11, 2002—$237,400
Apr 11, 2001—$237,400
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Princeton, NJ • Mercer County
Nearby neighborhoods
GriggstownPenns NeckPrinceton North
Nearby cities
Basking RidgeBridgewater TownshipEast Windsor TownshipEwingHillsborough TownshipLawrence TownshipPrincetonSomerset
Nearby zip codes
0854008541085420854308544
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