Princeton Homes with Colonial Style

Princeton Homes with Colonial Style

Welcome to Princeton, a charming city located in New Jersey, US. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and top-notch educational institutions, Princeton offers a unique blend of small-town charm and cosmopolitan amenities.

If you are looking for homes with colonial style architecture, Princeton has a plethora of options to choose from. Colonial-style homes are characterized by their timeless elegance, symmetrical design, and classic features such as columns, brick facades, and pitched roofs. These homes often exude a sense of warmth and tradition, making them a popular choice for homebuyers seeking a touch of historic charm.

Whether you are drawn to the tree-lined streets of downtown Princeton or the peaceful suburbs surrounding the city, you are sure to find the perfect colonial-style home to suit your taste and lifestyle. Imagine coming home to a cozy fireplace, a welcoming front porch, and a beautifully landscaped yard – all nestled in the heart of this picturesque city.

With its excellent schools, thriving arts scene, and proximity to major cities like New York and Philadelphia, Princeton offers an idyllic setting for those seeking a perfect blend of community and convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the real estate options in Princeton and make your dream of owning a colonial-style home a reality.

Newest Princeton Homes with Colonial Style

$1,299,000
4 Beds 4 Baths NJME2081034 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 43 Van Kirk Road—a truly one-of-a-kind architect-designed Princeton Colonial, gracefully set on more than 1.3 acres surrounded by the timeless beauty of preserved farmland in Lawrence Township. Originally designed and later thoughtfully expanded by noted Princeton architect William McGill Thompson, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3½-bath residence seamlessly blends classic architecture, superior craftsmanship, and modern updates, creating an extraordinary home in a peaceful yet highly convenient setting. A welcoming foyer with new hardwood flooring (2026) introduces the home's warm and inviting interior. The elegant living room, equally suited as a sophisticated study, features custom built-in cabinetry and a charming wood-burning fireplace, providing the perfect setting for quiet evenings or productive work-from-home days. Throughout the home, thoughtfully designed spaces showcase exceptional craftsmanship, abundant natural light, and timeless architectural character. At the heart of the home is the beautifully appointed chef's kitchen featuring custom Neff cabinetry, premium appliances, generous pantry storage, and a bright breakfast area with a charming built-in window seat overlooking the picturesque grounds. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen flows effortlessly into the spectacular family room addition, where soaring ceilings, a gas fireplace, and French doors create a stunning gathering space that opens to an expansive bluestone patio and the surrounding landscape. A convenient second entrance opens into an impressive mudroom/garden room, creating the perfect everyday entry while providing seamless access to both the formal dining room and kitchen. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with vaulted ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, two custom-designed walk-in closets, and a spacious spa-inspired bathroom. An additional en-suite bedroom offers its own wood-burning fireplace, while two generously sized bedrooms share an updated full bathroom. New hardwood flooring and carpeting throughout the second floor (2026) further enhance the home's fresh, move-in-ready appeal. The home offers exceptional flexibility with two separate basement areas. The fully finished lower level, featuring new luxury vinyl plank flooring (2022), inside access, and two egress windows, provides outstanding space for a guest suite, home office, gym, recreation room, or media room. A second unfinished basement, with both interior and exterior access, offers abundant storage, utility space, and workshop potential. Designed with comfort, efficiency, and quality in mind, additional features include radiant heated floors, a whole-home Sonos sound system, Marvin windows and doors, CAT5 wiring, four-zone HVAC with all new HVAC systems installed in 2023, a slate-finish Timberline Select roof, backup generator, cedar closet, workshop area, an oversized three-car garage with new epoxy flooring and fresh paint (2026), and a new fireplace liner (2023). Perfectly located just minutes from downtown Princeton, Lawrenceville, and Pennington, with easy access to parks, trails, shopping, dining, major highways, and commuter routes, 43 Van Kirk Road offers a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home surrounded by the serenity of preserved open space while enjoying every modern convenience. This is truly a property unlike any other.

43 Van Kirk Rd, Princeton

$1,375,000
4 Beds 4 Baths NJME2081042 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 42 Morris Drive, an impressive four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence offering elegant architectural details, expansive living spaces, and exceptional versatility on a beautifully landscaped corner lot. A dramatic butterfly staircase creates a stunning first impression upon entering the grand two-story foyer, while a convenient rear staircase provides direct access from the upper level to the kitchen, enhancing both everyday living and entertaining. A gracious two-story foyer welcomes you into formal living and dining rooms, while a spacious conservatory just off the living room offers the perfect setting for a sun-filled retreat, music room, or additional entertaining space. Plantation shutters accent many of the main-level rooms, adding timeless elegance and warmth. A private office with French doors provides an ideal work-from-home environment. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen showcases GE Monogram appliances, stone countertops, abundant cabinetry, and a convenient rear staircase. The adjacent dramatic two-story great room is bathed in natural light from overhead skylights and centered around a beautiful fireplace, creating the perfect gathering place for both everyday living and cozy evenings. The second floor features an expansive primary suite complete with a sitting area, two walk-in closets, and a private den or office. A second bedroom enjoys an en-suite bath, while the third and fourth bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Outside, enjoy a professionally landscaped yard with a full irrigation system, a paver brick driveway and patio, and a spacious corner lot that offers both privacy and curb appeal. Additional highlights include a whole-house Generac generator, a three-car garage, and a large unfinished basement ready to become a home theater, fitness room, recreation area, or additional living space. Ideally located minutes to downtown Princeton, Hopewell Boro and main street Pennington. Top-rated Hopewell Public Schools, shopping, dining, and hiking/biking trails. 42 Morris Drive offers luxury, comfort, and endless possibilities in one exceptional home.

42 Morris Dr, Princeton

$1,275,000
5 Beds 3 Baths NJME2080974 MLS ACTIVE Status
Newly updated across three levels, yet still a perfect fit along the charming in-town street where period homes flaunt deep front porches and sidewalks lead the way to schools, downtown and the bustling shopping center. A freshly paved driveway, pretty plantings and new upper windows enhance the curb appeal of the brick and shingle home said to have regularly hosted Albert Einstein. Inside, original hardwood floors are refinished to perfection and French doors sport new matte black hardware that coordinates with modern lighting throughout. The all-new LG-equipped kitchen is a real highlight with stunning quartz atop warm wood lower cabinetry and glossy tile gleaming against bright white uppers. New laundry appliances are a handy addition to the naturally lit powder room and look right at home with the black-and-white palette. Further details, like the living room’s wood accent wall, weave in touches of contemporary style. Upstairs, a flexible sitting room outside three corner bedrooms and a hall bath can be anything from a casual TV lounge to a study space. Two more bedrooms and a strikingly tiled bath occupy the top floor. Multiple mini-split A/C units allow for individualized climate control and the full basement is spacious, spotless and ready to serve! With a separate ADU currently under construction beyond the rear yard, this is efficient in-town living at its best. 3/10 of a mile to Nassau Street, 4/10 of a mile to Princeton Shopping Center and 5/10 of a mile to Princeton High School…come see! Single family home, which will be delivered under condo ownership. Some images have been virtually staged.

248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton

$2,860,000
5 Beds 6 Baths NJME2080330 MLS ACTIVE Status
There are homes that make an impression, and then there are homes that seem to exist in a world entirely their own. Beyond a gated entrance on a quiet Western Section street, this enchanting property unfolds amid sculpted European-style gardens, flowering vines, and outdoor spaces composed with a designer’s eye. Clad entirely in scalloped shingles, the house has an irresistible sense of romance that becomes even more captivating out back. Wisteria spills across pergola-covered patios, while a sparkling blue pool is framed in handsome herringbone brick. A pool house completes the scene, adding another distinctive architectural element to grounds that feel beautifully established and wonderfully private. Inside, the scale is a delightful surprise. Generous rooms are layered with details chosen to last well beyond passing trends. Hardwood floors, French doors, graceful built-ins, distinctive lighting, and thoughtfully selected wallpaper give every space an individual personality while creating a natural sense of continuity throughout. Formal rooms flow easily together, connected by a gleaming wet bar lined in glass and mirrors that keeps entertaining separate from the kitchen. Here, a center island and expansive breakfast room provide ample seating and an easygoing counterpoint to the more polished spaces. Three fireplaces add warmth and architectural interest, including one in the centrally positioned family room. The main level continues to reveal unexpected spaces. A library that can also accommodate overnight guests has its own side entrance, while a dedicated garden room brings a wonderfully creative dimension to the floor plan. Beyond the mudroom, a private two-room suite adds even greater flexibility. Multiple staircases lead to an expansive upper level where the scale and layout allow spaces to feel remarkably independent. The main suite is especially impressive, reached beyond a light-filled, solarium-style landing and includes a dressing room and en suite. Romantic without feeling precious and elegant without trying too hard, this Western Section home is filled with beauty, individuality, and the sort of details that simply cannot be easily replicated.

38 Pardoe Rd, Princeton

$1,699,000
5 Beds 5 Baths NJME2080824 MLS ACTIVE Status
Nestled on a beautifully landscaped, mature lot in the highly sought-after Princeton Ridge neighborhood, this exceptional Colonial estate offers timeless elegance, spacious living, and serene wooded views. This stately five-bedroom, four full and one-half bath residence is thoughtfully designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable everyday living. A grand entrance welcomes you into a light-filled floor plan featuring elegant formal living spaces. The formal living room flows into a charming sitting room with a fireplace, creating a warm and inviting retreat. At the heart of the home is the expansive open-concept kitchen and family room, anchored by a second fireplace and designed for effortless gathering. The kitchen opens to an expansive wraparound deck overlooking peaceful woodlands—perfect for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the tranquil setting. A formal dining room, conveniently located off the kitchen, is ideal for entertaining. The first floor also offers a private office or guest bedroom with an adjacent full bath, a conveniently located laundry room, and a powder room. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a private sitting room or office, oversized walk-in closets, and a spacious en-suite bath. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a full bath, sauna, and endless possibilities for recreation, fitness, or entertainment. Complete with a three-car garage and surrounded by mature landscaping, this distinguished home combines classic Colonial architecture with modern comfort in one of Princeton's most desirable neighborhoods, just minutes from downtown Princeton, Princeton University, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools.

165 Arreton Rd, Princeton

$2,098,000
4 Beds 5 Baths NJME2080812 MLS ACTIVE Status
Nestled in Princeton's prestigious Ettl Farm and located within the highly regarded Johnson Park of Princeton School District, this beautifully appointed Madison model residence offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance, generous living spaces, and everyday comfort for today's family. Beyond the impressive brick facade, a dramatic split staircase creates a grand first impression. Gracious formal living and dining rooms adorned with refined moldings and a warm, classic aesthetic are ideal for holiday celebrations, family gatherings, and entertaining. Designed with family life and functionality in mind the floor plan flows smoothly between spaces. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cabinets galore, generous workspace, and a center island that seamlessly connects to the breakfast area, making busy mornings and entertaining friends effortless. French doors off the breakfast area open to a covered veranda overlooking a secluded, fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees—perfect for outdoor play, summer barbecues, or simply unwinding in a peaceful setting. Back inside, the impressive two-story family room, with its soaring ceiling, skylights, abundant windows, and striking brick wood-burning fireplace, creates a welcoming place for everyone to gather. The sun-drenched conservatory provides the perfect space for a playroom, a music room, or a quiet retreat. The private first-floor study is an ideal work-from-home office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a private retreat with a generous dressing area, large bath, and a versatile bonus room ideal as a fitness room, expanded closet, or cozy sitting area or just about anything life demands. A adjacent private ensuite bedroom is perfect for guests or older children, while two additional bedrooms share a thoughtfully designed Jack-and-Jill bath with a double-sink vanity, making busy school mornings a little easier. The finished lower level adds even more flexibility with a full bath, expansive recreation area, office or hobby room, and abundant storage—offering endless possibilities for a media room, playroom, home gym, or teen hangout. Additional highlights include beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, elegant trim work, a three-car garage, a new roof, mature landscaping, underground sprinklers, and a fenced backyard. Residents of Ettl Farm enjoy beautifully maintained surroundings, miles of walking trails, neighborhood tennis courts, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Just minutes from downtown Princeton and Princeton University, charming boutiques, acclaimed restaurants, cafés, bakeries, the Princeton public library, theaters, parks, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene awaits. With top-rated public and private schools, convenient commuting routes, and an exceptional location that balances neighborhood tranquility with the best of Princeton living, this is a home where families can truly put down roots and create lasting memories.

42 Christopher Dr, Princeton

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