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$963,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 7 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 4,253 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Set along one of Hightstown's most storied stretches of North Main Street, this distinguished 1860s residence offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial piece of the town's architectural legacy, thoughtfully preserved and comprehensively updated for modern living. Behind a fully fenced property just a short walk to farm-to-table restaurants, neighborhood shops, Peddie Lake and local parks, the home unfolds across three gracious levels with seven bedrooms - four on the second floor and three on the third - and four spacious bathrooms, offering exceptional scale rarely found in homes of this era. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and roomy en suite bathroom. Historic craftsmanship remains beautifully intact. Oversized solid interior doors, antique knobs and original locking hardware, classic pocket doors, and preserved wood exterior elements reflect the integrity of nineteenth-century construction. The proportions are generous, the ceiling heights inviting, and the layout both adaptable and enduring. Equally significant are the extensive improvements made to ensure longevity without compromising character. A newly renovated kitchen and updated baths integrate seamlessly into the home's aesthetic, while modernized plumbing, electrical systems, and two-zone HVAC (including a humidified furnace serving the upper levels) provide contemporary comfort. Exterior basement access enhances day-to-day functionality, while the substantial barn introduces remarkable flexibility; offering potential for studio space, workshop use, or future accessory dwelling possibilities (subject to approvals). Outdoors, the property extends the narrative. Professionally designed landscaping with integrated irrigation frames the home in season, while a brick patio and walkway lighting create a refined approach to the rear grounds. A covered back porch with ceiling fan offers shaded respite overlooking the yard. The expanded driveway accommodates up to nine vehicles, a rare convenience in a historic setting, while maintaining access to the expansive barn at the rear. Custom closets enhance functionality throughout, and an antique standing mailbox at the front porch serves as a quiet reminder of the home's deep roots within the community. Here, preservation and progress coexist gracefully. 421 North Main Street is not simply a historic house - it is a carefully maintained landmark within a walkable, vibrant town center where architecture, community, and daily life intersect with uncommon charm.

Full Property Details for 421 N Main

General

  • Price: $963,000
  • Taxes: $22,433 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSTriStates
  • MLS ID: NJME2072708
  • Updated: 5/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 13
  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Attic, Additional Bedroom
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper 3 - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 3
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Upper - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Upper: 7
  • Bedrooms-Up3: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Main Floor

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Street Lights, Other
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 11
  • Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Parking Type: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry

Location

  • Area: Hightstown Boro (21104)
  • Municipality: HIGHTSTOWN BORO
  • County: MERCER
  • Development Name: None Available
  • Subdivision: None Available
  • Cross Streets: Wyckoff Mills
  • Driving Directions: Use GPS
  • Location Details: Downtown

School Information

  • School District: East Windsor Regional Schools
  • High School: Hightstown

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Zoned, Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Screens
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 3
  • Square Feet: 4,253
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 4,253 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 4,253 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1851
  • Year Built Source: Estimated
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Barn

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.56
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 24,359
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Corner
  • Zoning: R-3
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Fencing (Description): Wood, Fully

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $226.43
  • Tax w/Assessment: $178,000
  • Tax Amount: $22,433
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 8

Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, John A Terebey

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Schools serving 421 N Main

School District:East Windsor Regional School District
NameGradesDistance
Perry L. Drew Elementary School
70 Twin Rivers Drive North, East Windsor, NJ 08520
3-51.7 mi
Ethel McKnight Elementary School
58 Twin Rivers Drive, East Windsor, NJ 08520
K-21.9 mi
Hightstown High School
25 Leshin Lane, Hightstown, NJ 08520
9-121.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 421 N Main Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/10/2026
Listed
$963,000
60.5%
MLS
11/10/2020
Sold
$600,000
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Tax History for 421 N Main

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$21,529
-8%
$439,100
-12%
2022
$23,420
4%
$499,900
—
2021
$22,575
564%
$499,900
—
2020
$3,398
3%
$499,900
549%
2019
$3,303
-55%
$77,000
-57%
2018
$7,414
1%
$178,000
—
2017
$7,337
1%
$178,000
—
2016
$7,273
1%
$178,000
—
2015
$7,227
-38%
$178,000
—
2013
$11,665
—
$178,000
—
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Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, John A Terebey

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421 N Main, Hightstown, NJ 08520 (MLS# NJME2072708) is a Single Family property with 7 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 421 N Main is currently listed for $963,000 and was received on April 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 421 N Main? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hightstown? You can browse all Hightstown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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