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MLS: #NJME2072708, Listed By: John Terebey, EXP Realty, LLC, Source:Bright MLS

421 N Main St

HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520
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Bed 7

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt4,253

Sqft

Acres0.56

Acre(Lot)

Set along one of Hightstown’s most storied stretches of North Main Street, this distinguished 1860s residence offers a rare opportunity to own a substantial piece of the town’s architectural legacy, thoughtfully preserved and comprehensively updated for modern living. Behind a fully fenced property just a short walk to farm-to-table restaurants, neighborhood shops, Peddie Lake and local parks, the home unfolds across three gracious levels with seven bedrooms — four on the second floor and three on the third — and four spacious bathrooms, offering exceptional scale rarely found in homes of this era. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and roomy en suite bathroom. Historic craftsmanship remains beautifully intact. Oversized solid interior doors, antique knobs and original locking hard ware, classic pocket doors, and preserved wood exterior elements reflect the integrity of nineteenth-century construction. The proportions are generous, the ceiling heights inviting, and the layout both adaptable and enduring. Equally significant are the extensive improvements made to ensure longevity without compromising character. A newly renovated kitchen and updated baths integrate seamlessly into the home’s aesthetic, while modernized plumbing, electrical systems, and two-zone HVAC (including a humidified furnace serving the upper levels) provide contemporary comfort. Exterior basement access enhances day-to-day functionality, while the substantial barn introduces remarkable flexibility; offering potential for studio space, workshop use, or future accessory dwelling possibilities (subject to approvals). Outdoors, the property extends the narrative. Professionally designed landscaping with integrated irrigation frames the home in season, while a brick patio and walkway lighting create a refined approach to the rear grounds. A covered back porch with ceiling fan offers shaded respite overlooking the yard. The expanded driveway accommodates up to nine vehicles, a rare convenience in a historic setting, while maintaining access to the expansive barn at the rear. Custom closets enhance functionality throughout, and an antique standing mailbox at the front porch serves as a quiet reminder of the home’s deep roots within the community. Here, preservation and progress coexist gracefully. 421 North Main Street is not simply a historic house - it is a carefully maintained landmark within a walkable, vibrant town center where architecture, community, and daily life intersect with uncommon charm.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $918,000

AD Id : 76952680

MLS Id : NJME2072708

Beds : 7

Lot Size : 0.56 Acre

Living Area Size : 4,253

Year Built : 1851

Garage : 2

County : MERCER

Subdivision: None Available

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 7

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 13 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Crown Molding Roof: Shingle Appliances: Range, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Tankless Water Heater Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level Window Features: Window Coverings, Screens, Bay Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Electric

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1851 Building Area Total: 4253 Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch Pool Features: None Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Other, Lighting

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 0.56 Lot Size Source: Estimated Lot Size Square Feet: 24359 Lot Description: Corner Lot

    Property Information

    Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 175

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $918000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 04-00012-00008 Tax Lot: 00008 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $22433

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 11 Gravel, Garage, Driveway, Detached

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • School Information

    Elementary School:
    Junior High School:
    Senior High School: HIGHTSTOWN
  • Location Information

    Direction: Use GPS WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 13:36

MLS: NJME2072708 LISTED BY: John Terebey, EXP Realty, LLC 201-870-2322 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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