If you're after something with genuine soul rather than another cookie-cutter McMansion, this Princeton home is truly one of a kind. A striking whitewashed brick residence in the coveted Western Section, walkable to downtown and minutes from the train, where the architecture has real personality. The signature circular turret holds a sculptural staircase linking three distinct floors, each tuned to a different rhythm of daily life. The main floor centers on a granite kitchen and walk-in pantry that open to airy living and dining areas and a sun-drenched conservatory, alongside the primary suite, two guest bedrooms, and a hallway bath. Above, the top level unfolds as one expansive, light-filled room with a convenient half bath. Crowning both the conservatory and top floor is an impressive collection of high-end, WiFi-enabled VELUX solar-powered skylights with motorized shades, over $30,000 invested in natural light. The ground level adds an in-law suite with a private entrance and kitchenette, ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office. Recent upgrades bring peace of mind: new roof with new gutters, gutter guards, and downspouts (all 2024), and a high-efficiency air conditioning system (2022) on the main floor. Set on a generous 0.37-acre lot, the privacy-walled rear grounds invite expansion beside an existing pergola and tranquil koi pond, completing a home with character that's hard to find in this market.
There's no other house in Princeton quite like this head-turning, whitewashed brick residence located mere blocks from the heart of town in the prestigious Western Section and just 1.7 miles to the Princeton Train Station. The defining architectural feature is a circular turret that holds a dramatic staircase connecting 3 light-filled levels, each designed to accommodate a separate aspect of a busy household's modern lifestyle. The multi-room ground floor is ideal for in-laws, guests, working from home , casual evenings or possibly as an accessory dwelling unit as a result of the recent amendment to Princeton's zoning ordinance. The main level's large kitchen with polished black granite and huge walk-in pantry makes entertaining in the wide-open living and dining rooms easy. Follow a light-filled hallway to 3 bedrooms and a new bath. Another spacious and airy bedroom studded with skylights and lined with French doors serves as the main suite complete with a new bathroom featuring a multi-jet shower, soaking tub and adjacent walk-in closet. The sun-drenched top floor can be a home office, rec room or studio. The backyard is completely walled so that you may sit under the pergola and enjoy the bubbling koi pond in privacy.
BRIGHT MLS #NJME287352
Jun 17, 2020
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2020
Relisted
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Apr 6, 2020
Listing Removed
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Oct 19, 2019
Listed
$1,299,000
$306/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 2014
Sold
$992,400
$234/sq ft
TREND #6423421
Aug 21, 2014
Sold
$992,400
$234/sq ft
Aug 19, 2014
Pending
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Jul 14, 2014
Listed
$975,000
$230/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003006094
Aug 21, 2014
Sold
$992,400
$234/sq ft
Jul 23, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jul 14, 2014
Listed
$975,000
$230/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009063890
Nov 17, 2010
Listing Removed
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May 17, 2010
Listed
$975,000
$230/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1006609776
Jan 31, 2010
Listing Removed
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Jul 15, 2009
Listed
$1,575,000
$371/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 16, 1993
Sold
$215,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,136 (+1.9%)
$434,800 + $558,100
$992,900
2024
$26,619 (+5.9%)
$434,800 + $558,100
$992,900
2023
$25,130 (+4.0%)
$441,500 + $558,100
$999,600
2022
$24,174 (−0.3%)
$441,500 + $552,500
$994,000
2021
$24,244 (+0.8%)
$441,500 + $552,500
$994,000
2020
$24,055 (+1.8%)
$441,500 + $552,500
$994,000
2019
$23,630 (+1.7%)
$441,500 + $552,500
$994,000
2018
$23,231 (+1.4%)
$441,500 + $554,700
$996,200
2017
$22,913 (+6.1%)
$441,500 + $554,700
$996,200
2016
$21,591 (−0.5%)
$441,500 + $554,700
$996,200
2014
$21,705 (+2.5%)
$515,000 + $478,400
$993,400
2013
$21,169 (+1.2%)
$515,000 + $478,400
$993,400
2012
$20,911 (+3.1%)
$515,000 + $478,400
$993,400
2011
$20,275 (−22.8%)
$515,000 + $478,400
$993,400
2010
$26,275 (+2.9%)
$515,000 + $478,400
$993,400
2009
$25,534
$539,500 + $757,400
$1,296,900
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
160 ft.
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
4,242
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
4,242
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mercer County
APN
1400002 0100012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2026.
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Princeton, NJ • 08540
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Sun exposure
57/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.6 hrs
3.5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 176 Westcott Rd
$1,722,176
$28K under list price of $1.75M
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