274 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 - Photo 1

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$2,100,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
6 Beds
5 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,309 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage
Updated 2 days ago

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Property Description

A rare find, this magnificent 3 courses of brick Colonial built in 1856 offers unparalleled elegance, character, and space in the heart of Princeton. Positioned directly on Nassau Street, this distinguished residence places every convenience, cultural amenity, and top-tier dining at your doorstep. The gracious first floor unfolds across multiple formal living areas, a sun-filled formal dining room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a beautifully renovated kitchen - a seamless blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Upstairs, five generously sized bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms offer exceptional flexibility for family living and hosting. A standout feature of this storied property is the private side apartment, complete with its own separate entrance, full kitchen, living space, and bathroom - ideal as an income-generating rental, a private retreat for teenagers, or elegant accommodations for long-term guests. A lush, serene backyard and a coveted three-car garage complete this truly one-of-a-kind Princeton offering. Properties of this caliber - combining historic provenance, prime location, and versatile living - rarely come to market.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 274 Nassau St

General

Sold For: $2,100,000
Taxes: $25,859 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJME2077446
Added to Site: 36 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Brick, Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 5
Upper - Full Baths: 5
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Upper: 6

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Total Spaces: 8
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry

Location

Area: Princeton (21114)
Municipality: PRINCETON
County: MERCER
Development Name: None Available
Subdivision: None Available
Driving Directions: Nassau St
Historic District: Yes

School Information

School District: Princeton Regional Schools
Elementary School: Community Park E.S.
Middle School: John Witherspoon M.S.
High School: Princeton H.S.

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiator, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Other, Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Walkout Level
Foundation: Other
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 3,309
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 3,309 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 3,309 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1856
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,448
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 72.00 x 159.00
Zoning: R4

Green Features

RFactor - Walls: R-1.6

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $604.41
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $946,200
Tax Amount: $25,859
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3309

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 60

Listed by Queenston Realty, LLC, Ingela Kostenbader
Sold by Queenston Realty, LLC, Vanessa C. Shives

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Schools

Schools serving 274 Nassau St

School District:Princeton Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Community Park Elementary School 372 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08540	PK-5	0.9 mi
J Witherspoon Middle School 217 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540	6-8	0.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 274 Nassau St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/10/2026

Sold

$2,100,000

5%

MLS

6/06/2026

Listed

$2,000,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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