Own a piece of history, This uniquely expanded farmhouse has been in the Tindall Family since 1840, the beloved "Rustin Farms" once a 100 acre dairy farm that also harvested rye,wheat,corn and soybeans,even sold tomatoes to Campbells Soup cannery! fast forward 2014: On just over an acre this antique home is grandfathered in as a Duplex, that could easily be used as a single family. Additional bonus its RR-C zoned that would allow investment alternative, a rarity in WW. An idyllic setting directly across from Mercer Co.Park includes a classic 2 story Red Barn...ideal for several cars,large equipment, landscapers/contractors dream! an oversized driveway provides ample parking. Both units are well maintained and have separate utilities, they proudly maintained much of the original charm with wide plank floors,corner cupboards,original doors and hardware,skeleton keys and claw foot tub. Complimented with modern updates: 1 new kitchen,LG& Maytag SS appliances,granite countertops, new cabinets,skylight& security system. Unit 1(circa 1900):Vintage kitchen graced with a bay window and large walk in pantry adjacent to laundry/mud rm with half bath, enormous dining rm,generous size family rm,a graceful wide stairway leads to 3 Br's, 1 full bath with black and white tile compliments the claw foot tub, a study and central air complete this half. Unit 2(circa 1840): Handsome new updated kitchen, 1 full bath w/shower, family rm with clever built in cabinets, 2 BR's,& access to walk up floored attic.(The units are connected on the 2nd story study).Partial walk out basement can be accessed thru both units.A majority of the land is in the rear yard, lots of specimen trees, grassy fields, A handy shed, and a "milk house" reminds you that this was a very special farm in its day.. Needs some TLC but the charm and size(3371 sq ft) are there for you to restore or renovate to your liking. A 203K loan could start all your updates in Historic Dutch Neck-Top rated WW Schools..close to NJ Transit..think Mother-Daughter, Au Pair,In Law suite, Rental income, home office, contractors,landscapers,auto enthusiast, Selling estate in "as is" condition.(aerial photo is a vintage photo of Rustin Farms)
Off market
$699,100
1645 Old Trenton Rd, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
5beds
2baths
3,371sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1840
1.23 Acres lot
$699,100 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2.5
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,371 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 1.23 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 130003000000200020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton Junction
Other
Other facts
- Cats Allowed
- Electricity included in rent
- Gas included in rent
- Large Dogs Allowed
- Laundry: In Unit
- Small Dogs Allowed
- Water included in rent
Services availability

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