Prime Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Princeton—Two Lots Available 409 Basin Street, Princeton, NJ This property features a charming colonial-style two-family detached residence situated on a generous lot with 61 feet of street frontage and a depth of 191 feet. Each unit has its own electric utility meter, providing flexibility for investors or owner-occupants seeking rental income potential. The home spans approximately 1,808 square feet and is currently configured as two separate units: Unit A: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Unit B: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom 0 Basin Street (Rear Lot) Located directly behind 409 Basin Street, this parcel (Lot 008, Block 11503) encompasses approximately 0.37 acres and is situated within the R9 Zone. Both lots are in the Princeton Historical District and a prior remediated (NJDEP) site for a CERCLA removal. This lot is potentially buildable and offers significant development potential, subject to zoning and historical review approvals. Access would require an easement through the driveway of the front lot (409 Basin Street). Location Highlights: Minutes from Princeton University. Convenient to the Princeton Train Station, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. This unique offering provides a rare opportunity to own or develop in one of Princeton’s most desirable locations. Whether you're looking to invest, develop, or create a custom residence, these two contiguous parcels present exceptional potential. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence regarding development feasibility and zoning requirements.
For sale
$1,300,000
409 Alexander St, Princeton, NJ 08540
6beds
--baths
1,808sqft
Est.:
Duplex
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$1,286,100 Zestimate®
$719/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming colonial-styleSeparate unitsGenerous lot
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Listing updated: June 11, 2025 at 09:19am
Listed by:
Peter San Paolo 609-902-7025,
Home Journey Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2060926

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 141150300002
- Zoning: R9
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $719/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $360,300
- Annual tax amount: $9,594
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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