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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,676 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 19 hours ago

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43 Van Kirk Road,Princeton, NJ 08540

43 Van Kirk RoadPrincetonNJ08540

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Welcome to 43 Van Kirk Road-a truly one-of-a-kind architect-designed Princeton Colonial, gracefully set on more than 1.3 acres surrounded by the timeless beauty of preserved farmland in Lawrence Township. Originally designed and later thoughtfully expanded by noted Princeton architect William McGill Thompson, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3½-bath residence seamlessly blends classic architecture, superior craftsmanship, and modern updates, creating an extraordinary home in a peaceful yet highly convenient setting. A welcoming foyer with new hardwood flooring (2026) introduces the home's warm and inviting interior. The elegant living room, equally suited as a sophisticated study, features custom built-in cabinetry and a charming wood-burning fireplace, providing the perfect setting for quiet evenings or productive work-from-home days. Throughout the home, thoughtfully designed spaces showcase exceptional craftsmanship, abundant natural light, and timeless architectural character. At the heart of the home is the beautifully appointed chef's kitchen featuring custom Neff cabinetry, premium appliances, generous pantry storage, and a bright breakfast area with a charming built-in window seat overlooking the picturesque grounds. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen flows effortlessly into the spectacular family room addition, where soaring ceilings, a gas fireplace, and French doors create a stunning gathering space that opens to an expansive bluestone patio and the surrounding landscape. A convenient second entrance opens into an impressive mudroom/garden room, creating the perfect everyday entry while providing seamless access to both the formal dining room and kitchen. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with vaulted ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, two custom-designed walk-in closets, and a spacious spa-inspired bathroom. An additional en-suite bedroom offers its own wood-burning fireplace, while two generously sized bedrooms share an updated full bathroom. New hardwood flooring and carpeting throughout the second floor (2026) further enhance the home's fresh, move-in-ready appeal. The home offers exceptional flexibility with two separate basement areas. The fully finished lower level, featuring new luxury vinyl plank flooring (2022), inside access, and two egress windows, provides outstanding space for a guest suite, home office, gym, recreation room, or media room. A second unfinished basement, with both interior and exterior access, offers abundant storage, utility space, and workshop potential. Designed with comfort, efficiency, and quality in mind, additional features include radiant heated floors, a whole-home Sonos sound system, Marvin windows and doors, CAT5 wiring, four-zone HVAC with all new HVAC systems installed in 2023, a slate-finish Timberline Select roof, backup generator, cedar closet, workshop area, an oversized three-car garage with new epoxy flooring and fresh paint (2026), and a new fireplace liner (2023). Perfectly located just minutes from downtown Princeton, Lawrenceville, and Pennington, with easy access to parks, trails, shopping, dining, major highways, and commuter routes, 43 Van Kirk Road offers a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home surrounded by the serenity of preserved open space while enjoying every modern convenience. This is truly a property unlike any other.

Full Property Details for 43 Van Kirk Rd

General

  • Price: $1,299,000
  • Taxes: $23,025 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSTriStates
  • MLS ID: NJME2081034
  • Updated: 7/25/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 13
  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Gourmet, Chair Railings
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Wood, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane, Wood, Mantel(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven - Wall, Range Hood
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Upper Floor

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Lawn Sprinkler, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es), Roof

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 9
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Garage Description: Built In, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Inside Access, Additional Storage Area, Other

Location

  • Area: Lawrence Twp (21107)
  • Municipality: LAWRENCE TWP
  • County: MERCER
  • Development Name: None Available
  • Subdivision: None Available
  • Cross Streets: Anderson Lane
  • Driving Directions: Carter Rd. to Van Kirk Rd.

School Information

  • School District: Lawrence Township
  • Middle School: Lawrence
  • High School: Lawrence

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: On Site Septic
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Cable TV, Under Ground

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architect: William McGill Thompson
  • Model: Custom
  • Construction: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Daylight, Partial, Sump Pump
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
  • Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Casement
  • Doors: French, Insulated
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 4,676
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 4,676 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 3,794 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

  • Property View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods, Street
  • Lot Size (Acres): 1.36
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 59,242
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Irregular, Landscaping, Level, SideYard(s), Rear Yard
  • Zoning: EP-1
  • Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Irregular, Landscaping, Level, SideYard(s), Rear Yard

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $342.38
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • Tax w/Assessment: $727,500
  • Tax Amount: $23,025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3794

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Chandelier in the dining room, car lift & compressor in the garage. Gas fireplaces are used often. All fireplaces are sold as-is. Natural Gas in the street can be converted.
  • Lot Number: 120

Listed by Keller Williams Premier, Harveen Bhatla and Keller Williams Premier, William J Usab Jr.

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  • Harveen Bhatla

    Keller Williams Premier

  • William J Usab Jr.

    Keller Williams Premier

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Schools serving 43 Van Kirk Rd

School District:Lawrence Township School District
NameGradesDistance
Lawrenceville Elementary School
40 Craven Lane, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
PK-31.4 mi
Lawrence Intermediate School
66 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
4-63.2 mi
Lawrence Middle School, Lawrence Township, NJ
2455 Princeton Pike, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
7-83.9 mi
Lawrence High School
2525 Princeton Pike, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
9-123.7 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 43 Van Kirk Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
7/25/2026
Listed
$1,299,000
8.25%
MLS
7/13/2021
Sold
$1,200,000
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Tax History for 43 Van Kirk Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$23,025
6%
$727,500
—
2022
$21,687
19%
$727,500
—
2021
$18,273
1%
$727,500
17%
2020
$18,019
1%
$620,900
—
2019
$17,789
2%
$620,900
—
2018
$17,385
—
$620,900
—
2017
$17,304
1%
$620,900
—
2016
$17,050
3%
$620,900
—
2015
$16,578
2%
$620,900
—
2014
$16,268
—
$620,900
—
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Listed by Keller Williams Premier, Harveen Bhatla and Keller Williams Premier, William J Usab Jr.

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43 Van Kirk Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2081034) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 43 Van Kirk Road is currently listed for $1,299,000 and was received on July 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 43 Van Kirk Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Princeton? You can browse all Princeton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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