This lovely Federal/Greek Revival home (Circa 1830-1840) is located on one of the coveted Princeton 'tree streets. This Steadman-era house was moved to this site sometime after 1875 - and is thought to have been moved from Nassau Street or Alexander Street. The renowned architect, Charles Steadman, is said to have transformed Princeton from a brick and stone village into a New England-style town of wood and classical influences. A covered front porch welcomes you into a bright living room with a wall of built-ins, hardwood floors & recessed lighting. The spacious dining room boasts built-in corner cabinetry and a wet bar with cabinets above and wine cooler below. The kitchen will delight an avid cook - with Sub Zero refrigerator, Viking range (with pot-filler), Bosch dishwasher, center island, corner pantry, granite counters and subway tile back-splash. The sun-drenched kitchen also features a delightful corner breakfast 'nook' with banquette. Ascend the vintage, turned stairs to 3 Bedrooms and an updated Bath with vaulted ceiling, double vanity, soaking tub and walk-in shower. The 2nd floor also features a convenient office nook and laundry area (with built-in ironing board.) Make your way outside to the blue-stone patio and beyond to a large (16’ x 16’) out building which features electricity, heat, a large storage loft and a charming barn door. The rear yard (a secret garden!) boasts a stone walkway and a wide variety of colorful shrubs and flowers. The driveway offers off-street parking for 2 cars and there is a partial basement for additional storage. Located one block off Nassau Street, it offers easy access to restaurants, shopping, transportation, the Princeton Public Library and more. This home is truly a gem!
For sale
$1,299,900
29 Chestnut St, Princeton, NJ 08540
3beds
1,744sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,279,600 Zestimate®
$745/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sun-drenched kitchenBosch dishwasherRecessed lightingDouble vanityVintage turned stairsHardwood floorsCovered front porch
- 125 days |
- 671 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 11:03am
Listed by:
Anne Nosnitsky 609-924-1600,
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2069576
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 16
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Built-in Features, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 19
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 19
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Fireplace - Other, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 19
Office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Heating
- Central, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, Exposed Beams, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Bar
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,744
- Total interior livable area: 1,744 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,744
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Flood Lights, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,969.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40.00 x 178.00
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1400030 0200046
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Not On List
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $745/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $791,700
- Annual tax amount: $21,637
- Date on market: 12/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: All Existing Light Fixtures, All Existing Appliances. Kitchen Wine Cooler And Clothes Dryer - As Is. Chimney And Fireplace Are Conveyed In "as Is" Condition.
- Exclusions: None
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,279,600
$1.22M - $1.34M
$4,512/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,900$745/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2069576 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2026 | Listing removed | $1,299,900$745/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2069576 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2025 | Contingent | $1,299,900$745/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2069576 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,299,900$745/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2069576 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$8,554/mo
Principal & interest
$6344
Property taxes
$2210
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Community Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Prin. Midd
- High: Princeton H.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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