209 Mercer St

Trenton. Herringbone brick sidewalks stretch out before rows of 19th-century townhouses, each one more handsomely adorned than the next. This is Trentons Mill Hill neighborhood, a close-knit community devoted to preserving the charm and dignity of its historic surroundings. Crisp and tidy, this recently expanded and renovated clapboard dwelling is close to the Trenton Transit Center. A private courtyard with trickling fountain feels miles away from any hustle and bustle, and the airy interior is equally calm. Clean white walls and restored floors join a paneled staircase and columns in the living room. The huge dining room with period style lighting gives way to the kitchen with simple cabinetry crafted of solid wood. The powder rooms black and white tiling is repeated in the upstairs baths, one of which adjoins a light-filled back bedroom. The master bath, past a windowed dressing room, invites relaxation in the large tub. Big and bright, the finished third floor loft can be used in many capacities. $249,900 609-921-1050