OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2025 for $1.1M

$1,423,328

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,729/mo

•

2,723

sq ft

798 Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

About this home

Charming Cape Home in Princeton – A Perfect Blend of Comfort and Elegance Welcome to this stunning Cape-style home, where warmth, elegance, and functionality come together in perfect harmony. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this thoughtfully designed residence offers spacious, light-filled interiors and a versatile layout ideal for modern living. The main floor welcomes you with an open and airy floor plan, where abundant natural light highlights the seamless flow between living spaces. Gather in the cozy living room with a fireplace, or step into the inviting family room, where glass sliding doors opens to a private backyard patio—perfect for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. The well-appointed kitchen sits at the heart of the home, flanked by two dining areas, one of which can easily be transformed into a home office to suit your needs. A powder room/laundry area, along with a mudroom for added convenience, completes this level. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath are also located on the main floor, offering comfort and flexibility for guests, family, or a dedicated workspace. The entire second floor is dedicated to the expansive primary suite, a true retreat featuring a luxurious, custom-designed walk-in closet and a spa-like ambiance. The finished lower level enhances the home’s versatility, boasting an additional family/playroom, a fourth bedroom, and ample storage space. Situated in a highly sought-after Princeton neighborhood, this exceptional home provides access to top-rated schools, a vibrant community, and all the conveniences of this prestigious location.

Single-familyProperty Type

1946Year Built

0.58 acresLot Size

$523Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Ingela Kostenbader • Queenston Realty, LLC

•609-924-5353 (broker)

Bought with Susan McKeon-Paterson • Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

•609-921-1050 (broker)

•info@callawayhenderson.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #NJME2055122

Redfin Estimate

$1,423,328

$273K since sold in August 2025$6,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 3% higher than the average sale price ($1.38M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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B
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
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C
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75 Clover Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
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D
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SOLD JUL 21, 2026
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E
4 beds2 baths2,612 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,299,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,196 sq ft
771 Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

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Market trends in 08540, NJ

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$74K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 798 Kingston Rd

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #NJME2055122

Aug 1, 2025

Sold

$1,150,000

$422/sq ft

Jun 11, 2025

Pending

—

May 10, 2025

Contingent

—

May 9, 2025

Price Changed

$1,150,000

$422/sq ft

Apr 4, 2025

Price Changed

$1,199,000

$440/sq ft

Mar 1, 2025

Listed

$1,250,000

$459/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #NJME2015054

Jul 12, 2022

Sold

$900,000

$331/sq ft

Apr 26, 2022

Pending

—

Apr 18, 2022

Contingent

—

Apr 13, 2022

Listed

$799,000

$293/sq ft

+32

Delightful cape in Littlebrook offering a large main floor with formal living and dining rooms, a galley kitchen with sunny breakfast area and a fabulous family room addition that boasts a wall of windows and glass doors, skylights and bookcases. Two bedrooms/offices, a full bath with tub shower, and the powder room with laundry complete the main level. The primary ensuite encompasses the second floor, designed by current owners to provide a huge walk-in closet with custom wood cabinets, a spacious bedroom and a full bath with shower. Finished basement provides additional living space with storage and utility room. Outside, a bluestone patio and yard is accessible from the family room. Don't miss this opportunity!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,051 (+3.9%)

$358,000 + $229,300

$587,300

2024

$15,443 (+5.9%)

$358,000 + $229,300

$587,300

2023

$14,579 (+3.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2022

$14,103 (−0.3%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2021

$14,144 (+0.8%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2020

$14,034 (+2.0%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2019

$13,755 (+1.7%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2018

$13,523 (+1.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2017

$13,338 (+1.6%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2016

$13,128 (+3.6%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2014

$12,670 (+2.5%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2013

$12,358 (+6.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2012

$11,609 (+4.2%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2011

$11,145 (−1.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2010

$11,300 (−7.8%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2009

$12,252

$358,000 + $225,400

$583,400

Tax history for 798 Kingston Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,051 (+3.9%)

$358,000 + $229,300

$587,300

2024

$15,443 (+5.9%)

$358,000 + $229,300

$587,300

2023

$14,579 (+3.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2022

$14,103 (−0.3%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2021

$14,144 (+0.8%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2020

$14,034 (+2.0%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2019

$13,755 (+1.7%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2018

$13,523 (+1.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2017

$13,338 (+1.6%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2016

$13,128 (+3.6%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2014

$12,670 (+2.5%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2013

$12,358 (+6.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2012

$11,609 (+4.2%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2011

$11,145 (−1.4%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2010

$11,300 (−7.8%)

$358,000 + $221,900

$579,900

2009

$12,252

$358,000 + $225,400

$583,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.58 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,590

Year built

1946

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Mercer County

APN

1405904 00018

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Driveway

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Wood, Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Improved, Heated

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $221,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $358,000

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,723
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $579,900
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $15,442

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: LITTLEBROOK E.S.
Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
High School: PRINCETON H.S.
School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Directions: Princeton Kingston Rd
Municipality: PRINCETON

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,590
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: Mercer County
APN: 1405904 00018

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Littlebrook School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

J Witherspoon Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

9/10

Princeton High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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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 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Princeton, NJ • 08540

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.35M – $1.64M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
820 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2156 Sq. Ft.	$1,144,904
838 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1834 Sq. Ft.	$1,150,040

Address	Redfin Estimate
828 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2182 Sq. Ft.	$1,344,783
779 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 2623 Sq. Ft.	$1,220,505

Address	Redfin Estimate
834 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,549,282
771 Princeton Kingston Rd, Princeton, NJ 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2196 Sq. Ft.	$1,322,035

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