This stunning mid-century modern gem is a rare & unique offering in the Princeton area. The timeless design with high ceilings blends with 1 plus acre, very private wooded lot and is within walking distance of the Princeton Jct train station and Farmer s Market. Several skylights for maximum natural lighting with hardwood floors on the main level. The over sized 2 car garage is a perfect workshop area. Blue ribbon West Windsor schools with Princeton mailing address. Options abound, as it is a residence with zoning ROM-2 (Research, Office, Light Manufacturing). It's located in an elite area of Alexander Rd.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
1.12 acresLot Size
4 car garageParking
Listed by Lana Chan• BHHS Fox & Roach-Princeton Junction
•609-799-2022 (broker)
Bought with Michele Klug• Keller Williams Towne Square Realty
4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a oversized detached 2 car garage. There are 2 bedrooms on the main level and 2 on the other level. Some updates needed. Close to the train station and shopping.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Sharnessa Bond
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 848 Alexander Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #NJME204530
Jul 17, 2019
Sold
$630,000
Jun 15, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 7, 2019
Relisted
—
Feb 16, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Feb 2, 2019
Listed
$649,900
TREND #5959747
Oct 26, 2011
Sold
$610,000
Sep 5, 2011
Listed
$595,000
+8
BRIGHT MLS #1004544368
Oct 26, 2011
Sold
$610,000
Sep 5, 2011
Listed
$595,000
Sep 5, 2011
Listing Removed
—
+8
This Architect Designed Contemporary Is A Rare & Unique Offering In The Princeton Area. The "Flat Roof" Timeless Design blends With 1 Plus Acre Wooded Lot And Is WithIn Walking Distance Of The Princeton Jct Train Station. Several Skylights For Maximum Natural Lighting with Hardwood Floors On the Main Level. The Oversized 2 Car Garage Contains A Huge Storage Area. Blue Ribbon Schools. ZONED ROM-2(Industrial District, Research, Office & Light Manufacturing).
Public Records
Sep 2, 2005
Sold
$600,000
BRIGHT MLS #NJME135948
Jun 1, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 2005
Listed
$600,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,640 (+3.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2024
$18,068 (+4.4%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2023
$17,314 (+2.0%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2022
$16,978 (+0.8%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2021
$16,836 (+1.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2020
$16,530 (+1.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2019
$16,341 (+0.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2018
$16,188 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2017
$15,852 (+2.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2016
$15,509 (+3.6%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2014
$14,973 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2013
$14,661 (+1.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2012
$14,508 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2011
$14,207 (+4.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2010
$13,544 (+2.2%)
$258,900 + $332,800
$591,700
2009
$13,256
$258,900 + $332,800
$591,700
Tax history for 848 Alexander Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,640 (+3.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2024
$18,068 (+4.4%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2023
$17,314 (+2.0%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2022
$16,978 (+0.8%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2021
$16,836 (+1.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2020
$16,530 (+1.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2019
$16,341 (+0.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2018
$16,188 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2017
$15,852 (+2.2%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2016
$15,509 (+3.6%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2014
$14,973 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2013
$14,661 (+1.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2012
$14,508 (+2.1%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2011
$14,207 (+4.9%)
$256,700 + $332,800
$589,500
2010
$13,544 (+2.2%)
$258,900 + $332,800
$591,700
2009
$13,256
$258,900 + $332,800
$591,700
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.12 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,800
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mercer County
APN
1300009 0200050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Attached Garage, Detached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Interior Features: Skylight(s)
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $332,800
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $256,700
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $589,500
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $16,188
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
School District Name: WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Municipality: WEST WINDSOR TWP
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,800
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: —
County: Mercer County
APN: 1300009 0200050
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Maurice Hawk Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Thomas R Grover Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
West Windsor-Plains High School South
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-16% chance 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Princeton, NJ • 08540
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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
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Estimated sale price
$957,000 – $1.16M
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