With 11.03 scenic acres that border the tranquil waters of Curlis Lake in Hopewell Township, this exceptional parcel offers an incredible opportunity to create a private sanctuary immersed in natural beauty. The land is set far off the road, providing a secluded setting that feels worlds apart. With lake frontage and sweeping views, this lovely parcel is just waiting to be turned into a dream house retreat with space for a pool, tennis, pickleball, water sports…the list goes on. The acreage is a harmonious blend of open meadows and wooded areas, offering a canvas for your architectural creativity. Curlis Lake, with its shimmering water views that shift with the seasons, is surrounded by other beautifully designed estate-style homes, which contribute to the regal ambiance of the area. Convenient access to nearby amenities in Pennington and Princeton makes the location even more attractive. Opportunities of this caliber are exceedingly rare and offer the chance to shape something truly extraordinary in one of the region’s most desirable areas. Owner is licensed New Jersey Realtor.
Vacant landProperty Type
11.03 acresLot Size
$113,327Price/Acres
Listed by Owen Toland• Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Adjacent additional parcel of 5.61 acres available and contiguous to this property
Property accessed from East Delaware Avenue to Federal City Road; street address 465 Federal City Rd, Pennington
Home design
Fee simple ownership
Construction not completed
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Construction not completed
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On-site septic system
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Sale and tax history for 465 Federal City Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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BRIGHT MLS #NJME2075290
Apr 10, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
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Mercer County
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06-00072-00003 022-QFARM
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Last updated by owner on Apr 10, 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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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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98/ 100
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Redfin Estimate for 465 Federal City Rd
$1,171,129
$79K under list price of $1.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $769K to $1.4M.