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A rare opportunity to own 3.7 acres in one of Hopewell Township's most scenic and desirable settings, just minutes from Pennington and Princeton. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the area, this special property offers space, privacy, and tremendous potential for a buyer with vision. The property includes a historic farmhouse dating to approximately 1800. The home requires extensive renovation and is being offered strictly as-is. This is an opportunity for a buyer prepared to undertake a significant rehabilitation and reimagine a very special piece of Hopewell Township history. The property's greatest appeal lies in its setting. Enjoy abundant wildlife and birdlife—including bald eagles and owls—and miles of nearby trails for walking, running, biking, and horseback riding. Mercer County Park is within walking distance, offering a lake for fishing, boating and kayaking, picnic areas, a dog park, and extensive recreational amenities. The 3.7-acre property offers the potential for keeping one horse, subject to Township requirements, with an equestrian center conveniently located nearby. Despite its peaceful, rural atmosphere, the property is remarkably convenient: approximately five miles from Princeton Borough, minutes from everyday shopping, dining, groceries and services, and convenient to rail service connecting to New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D. C. , and beyond. The property is served by the highly regarded Hopewell Valley Regional School District, with the Pennington School also nearby. Federal City Road takes its name from a fascinating chapter in the area's history, when this part of New Jersey was considered as a possible location for the nation's capital. Today, 404 Federal City Road offers 3.7 beautiful acres, a circa-1800 farmhouse, and a remarkable opportunity to restore and reimagine a historic property in an exceptional location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1800Year Built
3.7 acresLot Size
$450Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lilah Dougherty• Corcoran Sawyer Smith - Lambertville
A rare opportunity to own 3.7 acres in one of Hopewell Township's most scenic settings, just minutes from Pennington and Princeton. This special property offers space, privacy and tremendous potential for a buyer with vision. The historic farmhouse dates to approximately 1800 and requires extensive renovation. Offered strictly as-is, it presents an opportunity to undertake a significant rehabilitation and reimagine a piece of Hopewell Township history. The property's greatest appeal lies in its setting, with abundant wildlife and birdlife, including bald eagles and owls, and miles of nearby trails for walking, running, biking and horseback riding. Mercer County Park is within walking distance, offering fishing, boating and kayaking, picnic areas, a dog park and extensive recreation. The property offers the potential for keeping one horse, subject to Township requirements, with an equestrian center nearby. Approximately five miles from Princeton Borough, the property is also minutes from shopping, dining and everyday services, with convenient access to rail service to New York, Philadelphia and beyond. Served by the highly regarded Hopewell Valley Regional School District, with the Pennington School nearby. Federal City Road takes its name from a fascinating chapter in local history, when this area was considered as a possible location for the nation's capital. A remarkable opportunity to restore and reimagine a historic property in an exceptional location.
BRIGHT MLS #NJME2083232
Sep 3, 2026
Listed
$669,000
$450/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #NJME2041056
Mar 28, 2024
Listing Removed
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Mar 27, 2024
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,214 (+2.8%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2024
$12,855 (+3.3%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2023
$12,444 (+2.1%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2022
$12,188 (−2.2%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2021
$12,456 (+2.5%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2020
$12,155 (+2.5%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2019
$11,858 (+1.9%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2018
$11,638 (+2.8%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2017
$11,320 (+5.8%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2016
$10,701 (+4.2%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2014
$10,273 (+0.3%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2013
$10,245 (+3.8%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2012
$9,875 (+6.9%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2011
$9,239 (+5.1%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2010
$8,787 (+2.5%)
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
2009
$8,570
$327,600 + $79,600
$407,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.7 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,488
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,488
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mercer County
APN
0600044 00014
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2026.
VRC
Valley Resource Conservation District
The purpose of these districts is to implement the goals, objectives and principles of the 2002 Master Plan relative to protecting environmentally sensitive areas, recognizing development capacity limitations established by natural resource capabilities, maintaining the rural character and providing for sustainable development. These districts have been designed to comprehensively address the interrelated goals of protecting groundwater quantity and quality, maintaining surface water resources, conserving the scenic rural character, addressing limiting soil conditions and promoting continued agricultural use opportunities, while also providing a range of development opportunities that offer alternatives for the landowner.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Library
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pennington, NJ • 08534
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 404 Federal City Rd
$673,069
$4,069 over list price of $669K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $635K to $700K.