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5/15/2026
Listed
$950,000
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Property Description
In close proximity to McCarter Theatre, the Dinky train and the storied grounds of Princeton University, this in-town home offers the rare chance to create something all your own in one of Princeton's most exciting locations. From world-class performances and lively restaurants to beautiful campus pathways and effortless trips into the city, everything is at your doorstep. The clapboard exterior and vestibule entry hint at the home's enduring character, while inside, generous rooms with original hardwood floors and abundant natural light provide a strong foundation for renovation and personalization. Authentic details lend charm and warmth, including a gracious staircase, four fireplaces, built-ins and a glass-enclosed mudroom. There are three to four bedrooms and two full baths on the second floor, plus ample storage and a bedroom on the third floor. The backyard is sweet and shady with a stone path leading right to McCarter's entrance. Easy off-street parking completes the in-town experience. Whether your vision leans toward preserving historic character, introducing sophisticated modern updates or creating an investment opportunity in a premier location, this property is brimming with potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 78 Alexander St
General
- Price: $950,000
- Taxes: $21,765 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSTriStates
- MLS ID: NJME2077270
- Updated: 5/15/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Office
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 4
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Princeton (21114)
- Municipality: PRINCETON
- County: MERCER
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: Mercer to Alexander
School Information
- School District: Princeton Regional Schools
- Elementary School: Community Park
- Middle School: J Witherspoon
- High School: Princeton
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,386
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,386 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,386 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,796
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 35.00 x 137.00
- Zoning: R3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $398.16
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $796,400
- Tax Amount: $21,765
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2386
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: All fixtures, appliances and window treatments as they exist.
- Lot Number: 13
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Price & Sales History for 78 Alexander St
Tax History
Tax History for 78 Alexander St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$21,208
6%
$796,400
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2023
$20,022
3%
$796,400
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2022
$19,368
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$796,400
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2021
$19,424
1%
$796,400
—
2020
$19,273
4%
$796,400
—
2018
$18,572
1%
$796,400
—
2017
$18,317
2%
$796,400
—
2016
$18,030
2%
$796,400
—
2015
$17,616
-7%
$796,400
—
2019
$18,891
11%
$796,400
—
2013
$16,971
—
$796,400
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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78 Alexander Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2077270) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 78 Alexander Street is currently listed for $950,000 and was received on May 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 78 Alexander Street? 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.