38 Carter Road Princeton, NJ $ 1,475,000
38 Carter Road
$ 1,475,000
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38 Carter Road

Princeton, NJ, 08540
$ 1,475,000
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 3,000

Monthly Estimate*

$ 9,082

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Single Family Home for sale in Princeton, NJ

for $1,475,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,000 square foot home was built in 1971 on a lot size of 1.45.

Set well back from the road behind a lush curtain of trees, 38 Carter Road offers both privacy and proximityan extraordinary retreat just minutes from downtown Princeton. This fully updated residence sits on 1.45 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds and has been reimagined from top to bottom to meet the expectations of todays modern lifestyle. Step through contemporary five-lite double doors and youll immediately sense this home is anything but ordinary. Sunlight pours into the open-concept living and dining rooms, where crisp white walls, hardwood floors, and oversized windows set a fresh, inviting tone. A striking raised-hearth wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and character to the space, making it equally suited for intimate evenings or lively entertaining. In the heart of the home, the showstopping kitchen is designed with both form and function in mind. Quartz countertops, an 8-foot waterfall center island with seating, and a wall of windows frame the views of the professionally landscaped yard. The GE Caf appliance package in matte white includes a gas range with six burners, a double wall oven, and a French door refrigerator with a dual dispense auto-fill pitcherdelivering chilled water on demand while maintaining the sleek aesthetic. The sunny breakfast area sits beneath dual skylights and is surrounded by windows, creating a dreamy spot to start your day. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, completing the circular main-level floor plan. This spacious and comfortable room features a second wood-burning fireplace and expansive windows overlooking the front lawn. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true sanctuary.With a dedicated sitting area, the room feels both luxurious and serenean ideal spot for reading, relaxing, or quiet morning coffee. The en suite marble bath is a spa-worthy haven, with an oversized glass-enclosed shower with bench, a dual-sink vanity, and a smart tankless toilet with heated seat, bidet, and remote control. An integrated lighting heated mirror adds a touch of high-tech glamour. The hall bath, equally elegant, includes the same mirror and smart toilet, and serves three additional bedroomsone of which connects to a large bonus room, ideal for guests, hobbies, or play. Throughout the home, every detail has been carefully considered, right down to the champagne gold hardware with concealed screws on the doors. The fully fenced backyard is lifestyle-oriented and ready for fun and relaxation, with an in-ground pool and paver patio that make entertaining a breeze. And while the finishes shine, the homes infrastructure is equally impressive. A Generac whole-house generator provides peace of mind, as do the new HVAC system (2025) and septic system (2025). The full unfinished basement handles all your storage needs with ease, and a two-car side-entry garage completes the package. This is a home where you can truly have it alljust a short drive from Princetons world-class dining, cultural venues, and charm, but with every reason to stay in and enjoy the lifestyle youve created.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 1,475,000

Bedrooms

4

Full Bath

2

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 15,034

Style

Colonial

Lot Size

1.45

Year Built

1971

Town/City

Princeton

County/Region

Mercer

MLS | Web ID

NJME2064318

Features
General
Living Area 3000
Sewer Septic > # of BR
Heating 90% Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Settlement
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Built-In Range Dishwasher Dryer Energy Efficient Appliances Exhaust Fan ENERGY STAR Refrigerator Washer
Zoning EP-1
Garage Spaces 2.00
Architectural Style Colonial
Pool Features Concrete
Construction Materials Wood Siding Stone
School District LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Year Built 1971
Levels 2
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Natural Gas
Municipality LAWRENCE TWP
Accessibility Other
County MERCER
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name NONE AVAILABLE
Garage Y/N Y
Water Access Y/N N
Other Structures Above Grade Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions Rt 206 to Carter Rd house on right (long driveway)
City PRINCETON
Senior Community Y/N N
MLS Area Lawrence Twp (21107)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 63162.00
Tax Annual Amount 15034.0
Home Warranty Y/N N
Property Condition Excellent
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N N
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 491.67
Vacation Rental Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 00026
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Interior
Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Basement Full
Flooring Engineered Wood Marble
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Wood
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) Y
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 3000
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Y
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Room Type Living Room Dining Room Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Kitchen Bedroom 1 Bonus Room
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Laundry Type Basement
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3
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Exterior
Pool Yes - Personal
Parking Features Asphalt Driveway
Water Source Well
Inclusions Refrigerator washer dryer
Garage Features Garage - Side Entry Garage Door Opener
Type of Parking Attached Garage
Foundation Details Block
Water View Y/N N
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Acres 1.45
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N N
Land Assessed Value 187200.00
Navigable Water Y/N N
Water Oriented Y/N N
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Internal Only
Street Number 1 38
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* Excluded Features
List By
Bhhs Fox & Roach - Princeton

Broker

ann.santos@foxroach.com

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$10,335
Per Month
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Monthly Principal & Interest
$9,082
Monthly Property Taxes
$1,253
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Nearby
3533326 Elementary School
3533494 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
3/9/2026$1,475,000 -26.25% Price Down
10/10/2025$2,000,000 -14.89% Price Down
8/19/2025$2,350,000 Listed Price

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38 Carter Road, Princeton, NJ, 08540 is a Single Family Home for sale at $1,475,000 with 3,000 sqft and a lot size of 1.45. 38 Carter Road has 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and was built in 1971. The property's zip code is 08540 which is in Princeton, NJ