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248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton, NJ, 08540

5beds
3baths
2,374sqft
$1,275,000
$537price/sqft
$9,351/moest. monthly cost
$374,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

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! Some images have been virtually staged.

Getting Around

72
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
88
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

9/10
8/10
Princeton High SchoolGrades 9-120.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1929

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Microwave,Built-In Range,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 143
  • Dimensions: 13 X 11

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 110
  • Dimensions: 10 X 11

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 80
  • Dimensions: 10 X 8

Bedroom4

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 224
  • Dimensions: 14 X 16

Bedroom5

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 154
  • Dimensions: 14 X 11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10 X 10

Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 16 X 12

Features

  • Cedar Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Family Room Off Kitchen,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Formal/Separate Dining Room
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,374

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Radiator,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Ductless,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,374
  • Total interior livable area: 2,374 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10 X 10

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 208
  • Dimensions: 16 X 13

Study

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 224
  • Dimensions: 14 X 16

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 1400031 0400015
  • Zoning: R3
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,500 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 50.00 x 170.00

Parking

  • Parking features: Shared Driveway,Other
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Hurricane
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $6,447$77,364
Home Insurance *$359$4,308
Property Taxes $2,284$27,408
Electricity $261$3,140
Total$9,351$112,212
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$320,605/yr
40% on housing$280,530/yr
45% on housing$249,360/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.3%
10.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.8%
-1.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$537This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08540$486
Mercer County$275

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08540$399
Mercer County$281

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-06Price change$1,199,000
2026-05-27Listed for sale$1,275,000
2025-11-17Sold$1,050,000
2025-10-29Pending sale$999,000
2025-10-07Contingent$999,000
2025-09-26Listed for sale$999,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJane Henderson Kenyon
BrokerageCallaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton

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