Just one block from Princeton’s vibrant Nassau Street, this exceptional home offers the rare combination of charm and space. Completely transformed and expanded in 2013, this stunning home features an added second story and a spacious, enlarged gourmet kitchen, 9 foot ceilings on the first floor. The comprehensive renovation and addition included fully updated electrical and plumbing systems throughout, complemented by elegant hardwood flooring. The main part of the house is warm, inviting, and generously sized. Inside, classic living and dining rooms are elegantly divided by French doors, offering both openness and definition. The renovated kitchen is a standout feature, complete with a gas cooktop, wall ovens, abundant prep space, a beverage fridge, and a center island. From here, step out to a deck overlooking a fenced backyard and a detached two-car garage. Flexibility defines the home’s layout. There’s a main-level bedroom and a powder room, plus three additional bedrooms upstairs sharing two well-appointed bathrooms. One bedroom is particularly special, featuring an adjoining playroom or homework space. The primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with its en suite bath, complete with a whirlpool tub and separate shower. There’s also a loft with a staircase to the third-floor bonus room, providing extra space for a home office, creative endeavors, a library, or even overflow guest space. This home also features an adaptable two-bedroom, two-bathroom space, including one bedroom and bath on the first floor, and an independent rear entrance. This versatile suite offers flexible options for extended living, a guest wing, or private home offices. Whether looking for a primary residence or to acquire real estate in a prime Princeton location, this one delivers it all and then some!
For sale
Price cut: $100K (4/8)
$1,699,000
27 Markham Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
6beds
2,515sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,750 Square Feet Lot
$1,667,600 Zestimate®
$676/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached two-car garageFrench doorsElegant hardwood flooringMain-level bedroomPowder roomWhirlpool tubAdded second story
- 13 days |
- 1,851 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 08, 2026 at 10:27am
Listed by:
Rena Yang 609-240-3586,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2073390
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 13
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 430 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 X 10
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- 9'+ Ceilings
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,515
- Total interior livable area: 2,515 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,515
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 115.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1400053 0200026
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $676/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $831,400
- Annual tax amount: $22,722
- Date on market: 3/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,667,600
$1.58M - $1.75M
$7,501/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $1,699,000-5.6%$676/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2073390 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+278.7%$715/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2073390 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2012 | Sold | $475,000-4%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $495,000$197/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #5967517 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2011 | Listing removed | $495,000$197/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $495,000+43.5%$197/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2002 | Sold | $345,000$137/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,140 | $831,400 |
| 2024 | $22,140 +9.2% | $831,400 |
| 2023 | $20,278 | $831,400 |
| 2022 | $20,278 +0.8% | $831,400 |
| 2021 | $20,120 +2% | $831,400 |
| 2020 | $19,721 +18.8% | $831,400 |
| 2019 | $16,606 +1.4% | $831,400 +16.8% |
| 2018 | $16,378 +1.6% | $712,100 |
| 2017 | $16,122 +2.4% | $712,100 |
| 2016 | $15,752 +1.2% | $712,100 |
| 2015 | $15,559 +46.1% | $712,100 +42.5% |
| 2014 | $10,651 +1.2% | $499,800 |
| 2013 | $10,521 +3.1% | $499,800 |
| 2012 | $10,201 +0.5% | $499,800 |
| 2011 | $10,151 +13.5% | $499,800 |
| 2010 | $8,942 | $499,800 +140.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $207,900 |
| 2008 | $8,182 +6% | $207,900 |
| 2007 | $7,720 | $207,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $207,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $207,900 |
| 2004 | $6,405 | $207,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $207,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $207,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $207,900 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$11,650/mo
Principal & interest
$8762
Property taxes
$2888
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Riverside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverside E.s.
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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