600 PRETTY BROOK ROAD, PRINCETON, NJ 08540
NONE AVAILABLE · MERCER County
Key Facts
Description
Experience a rare blend of modern design and historic charm in one of Princeton’s most iconic homesteads. A dramatic, comprehensive renovation and expansion have transformed this property into a spacious, light-filled residence perfectly designed for contemporary life. The home’s core, which holds a connection to the area's history dating back to 1742, has been carefully preserved, but its current state is a world away from its original farmhouse origins. This remarkable, one-of-a-kind residence is formally known as The Bouwerie. Inside, the seamless integration of past and present is immediately evident. Original details like hand-hewn beams, wide pine floors, and a walk-in beehive fireplace bring warmth and character, while the sheer scale and flow reflect modern sensibilities. The newer wing, which begins with a welcoming entry beneath a striking stained-glass skylight, dramatically opened the floor plan. This addition created space for a formal living room, sunroom, family room, and powder room, all featuring handcrafted finishes and custom cabinetry. The country-style kitchen bridges the two eras beautifully with a brick-enclosed Aga range and custom pine cabinetry. Below, a finished lower level offers flexible space for a media room, gym, or playroom. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite is a luxurious retreat with its own sitting area, gas fireplace, dressing room, jetted tub, sauna, double steam shower, and two private porches. The original second floor provides two additional bedrooms and a whimsical bonus room with a private entrance, ideal for guests. Outdoors, the resort-like grounds are equally impressive. A stone patio with a built-in BBQ overlooks a tranquil pond. A 52-foot vanishing-edge pool, an in-ground hot tub, and a formal English knot garden create a private oasis. The four-car garage has also been reimagined, with a finished upper level perfect for an office, studio, or guest suite. The nearly 10 acres could be suitable for additional uses, such as horses and various recreational interests. Thoughtfully expanded and designed to support modern living, come experience how convenience and history live beautifully side by side, just three miles from Nassau Street and Princeton University. Some photos are virtually staged.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Structure Type
House
Year Built
1742
Lot Size
9.74 acres
Lot Dimensions
0X0
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spaces
4
Zoning
R1
Days on Market
8
MLS® Listing#
NJME2077494
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Basement
Pool
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Construction
Foundation
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- JOHNSON PARK
- Middle:
- J WITHERSPOON
- High:
- PRINCETON
- District:
- PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$79,981
Tax year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,926,500
Parcel Number
14-04901-00007
Directions
Great Road to Pretty Brook Road
Affordability Calculator
$770,000
Estimated monthly payment
$20,491/mo
Principal $3,080,000 · Est. interest $4,296,874 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in PRINCETON, NJ
- $993,750
- Median Listing Price
- 51
- Median Days on Market
- 2,260
- Median Sq Ft
- $415
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 153
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 287% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in PRINCETON, NJ.
Location
Points of Interest in PRINCETON, NJ
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Nearby Schools
Princeton Day School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart
School · 1.2 mi away
Stuart Country Day School
Secondary · 1.3 mi away
The American Boychoir School
School · 1.3 mi away
Johnson Park School
Elementary · 1.3 mi away
Princeton Montessori School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
The Hun School of Princeton
Secondary · 1.9 mi away
Princeton Nursery School
School · 2.1 mi away
Cherry Hill Nursery School
Elementary · 2.2 mi away
The Lewis School of Princeton
Secondary · 2.3 mi away
Community Park
Elementary · 2.3 mi away
Princeton Public Schools
School · 2.3 mi away
Nassau Nursery School
Elementary · 2.4 mi away
Princeton Charter School
Elementary · 2.7 mi away
Princeton Middle School
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
St Paul Roman Catholic School
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
Apple Montessori Schools & Camps - Princeton
Elementary · 3.0 mi away
Waldorf School of Princeton
Elementary · 3.2 mi away
Princeton Junior School
Elementary · 3.3 mi away
Chapin School
Secondary · 3.3 mi away
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| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 821 PRETTY BROOK ROAD, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,850,000 | 5 | 6 | 5,588 |
| 38 PARDOE ROAD, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,860,000 | 5 | 6 | 5,773 |
| 1267 STUART ROAD, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,890,000 | 5 | 5 | 5,400 |
| 23 DERWENT DRIVE, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,895,000 | 5 | 6 | 5,256 |
| 99 RIDGEVIEW ROAD, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,900,000 | 5 | 8 | 5,719 |
| 188 BAYARD LANE, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,950,000 | 5 | 7 | 6,000 |
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Listing Courtesy: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton - 6099211050