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About this home
A true showstopper—far from cookie-cutter! Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on a picturesque 1.25-acre lot in prestigious Princeton Ridge, this custom-built by the builder himself for his own family, reflects a level of craftsmanship, architecture focal points, refined comfort, and personal care, rarely found in a typical builder-grade home. This French Provincial home offers approx. 4,218 sq. ft. featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a sunroom/study, a full basement and a 3-car garage, . Highlights include a dramatic slate foyer with a 23-ft tray ceiling and 6 skylights, 4 ceiling fans, elegant living and dining rooms—both featuring large bay windows, beamed ceilings and pegged wood floors—and a stunning family room with cherry built-ins, and a stone wood-burning fireplace, The two elegant arched windows with decorative divided panes and the tall vertical panels enhance ceiling height and create a bright, airy atmosphere while beautifully framing outdoor views. Perfect for refined modern farmhouse interiors. The open kitchen boasts a stunning custom arched window with rich wood trim and decorative leaded stained-glass accents, a large limestone island, cherry cabinetry, and flows into a bright breakfast area and cheerful sunroom/study. The main-level primary suite includes two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath, An additional ensuite bedroom across the hall completes the main level. Upstairs offers two spacious bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bath. Enjoy outdoor living on a large deck overlooking landscaped grounds. Ideally located near top-rated Princeton schools, downtown, Princeton University, and NYC-bound train access—this is a rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive home!
A REAL SHOW--STOPPER!! Tired of cookie cutter houses? Well, your wish is answered. Set on a 1.25 acre wooded lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this custom house was built by a builder for his own family, and you know what THAT means! Upon entering the house, you come into a gracious slate floored reception area, which leads to an extraordinarily large living room and dining room, both with beamed ceiling, and beautiful pegged wood floors. Entertaining is a breeze, what with the open floor plan, and the kitchen, equally large, goes from there. The kitchen has a huge limestone island, providing plenty of space for preparation and serving, as well as storage underneath. Tons of cabinets and a generous expanse of limestone countertops enable multiple cooks to ply their craft without hindering each other, and the workspace is complemented by a lovely stained glass panel above a large window. The breakfast area is so large that it feels like a separate room, but, because it is built as one space, encourages communication between the chef's and their hungry friends! A study is also found on this level, with easy access to the deck and pool, which can be enjoyed by going directly from the kitchen, as well. Overlooking the inground pool, you can enjoy swimming, relaxing and barbecuing from this spacious wood deck; all in the privacy of your own home. The main bedroom, having two walk in closets and a sybaritic bath, is on the main level, as is an additional ensuite bedroom. Upstairs, you will find two more bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath. Truly, this house can provide tremendous space for every activity and size of family, no matter how large or how small. To boot, you have the Princeton schools and University at the ready!!! The kitchen microwave does not function sold "as is".
TREND #5506684
Oct 30, 2009
Sold
$1,300,000
$308/sq ft
Mar 25, 2009
Listed
$1,399,000
$332/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005198050
Sep 2, 2009
Listing Removed
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Mar 25, 2009
Listed
$1,399,000
$332/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 1997
Sold
$772,500
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 19, 1989
Sold
$660,000
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,161 (+2.6%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2024
$26,465 (+5.9%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2023
$24,984 (+3.4%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2022
$24,169 (−0.3%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2021
$24,239 (+0.8%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2020
$24,050 (+2.0%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2019
$23,573 (+1.7%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2018
$23,175 (−12.6%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2017
$26,526 (+1.6%)
$525,000 + $468,800
$993,800
2016
$26,110 (+3.6%)
$525,000 + $628,300
$1,153,300
2014
$25,199 (+2.5%)
$525,000 + $628,300
$1,153,300
2013
$24,577 (−4.1%)
$525,000 + $628,300
$1,153,300
2012
$25,630 (+4.1%)
$525,000 + $628,300
$1,153,300
2011
$24,627 (+1.4%)
$625,000 + $628,300
$1,253,300
2010
$24,276 (−14.7%)
$625,000 + $628,300
$1,253,300
2009
$28,470
$625,000 + $628,300
$1,253,300
Public record
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
1.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,218
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
4,218
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mercer County
APN
1402501 00007
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Princeton, NJ • 08540
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Sun exposure
73/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
2.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 255 Arreton Rd
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