#NJME2054134, Matthew Curiale, Listing office: RE/MAX First Realty
257 Jackson St Trenton, NJ 08611
Property details
About 257 Jackson St
In Trenton’s beloved Mill Hill Historic District, this elegantly preserved rowhome blends historic charm with stylish livability. A gracious double-door vestibule welcomes you in, leading to the living room with tall sash windows that infuse it with natural light. The dining room flows easily into the kitchen, creating a layout that suits both everyday life and easy entertaining. With four-plus bedrooms spread across three finished stories, the home offers remarkable versatility. Whether configured for creative endeavors, a quiet home office, or guest accommodations, the rooms invite a variety of uses, each as compelling as the last. Pumpkin pine floors and original trim whisper of the home’s past, while front and back staircases enhance the natural rhythm of movement throughout. Step outside and discover a secluded brick patio that feels like a private garden hideaway: enclosed, intimate, and perfect for summer evenings. Just blocks from the courthouses, playgrounds, municipal offices, and the train station with service to both New York and Philadelphia, this home is rooted in history and connected to everything!
Highlights
(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $300,000
- Price/SqFt: $171
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,580
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: GPS
- Year Built: 1886
- Living Area: 1,749 SqFt
- Municipality: Trenton City
- Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
- MLS Number: NJME2060726
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
- Office Phone: (609) 921-1050
- Office Email: info@callawayhenderson.com
- Listing Agent: Ira W Lackey Jr
- Agent Phone: (609) 203-2099
- Agent Email: ilackey@callawayhenderson.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Oct 27, 2020 | Home Sold | $200,000 |
Apr 10, 2007 | Home Sold | $260,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $172,100 | $9,580 |
2022 | $172,100 | $6,780 |
2021 | $122,100 | $6,758 |
2020 | $122,100 | $6,649 |
2019 | $122,100 | $6,365 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Clara Parker Intermediate School
Public District 4-6
0.4 mi
•401 Brunswick Ave # 411
1
Carroll Robbins Elementary School
Public District PK-3
0.5 mi
•283 Tyler St
1
Ulysses S. Grant Intermediate School
Public District 4-6
0.7 mi
•159 N Clinton Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,294. Residents of Trenton, NJ typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 257 Jackson St
The listing price of 257 Jackson St property is $300,000.
The property 257 Jackson St is a townhouse located in Trenton, New Jersey, 08611.
Active Listing: 257 Jackson St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 257 Jackson St are: Clara Parker Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carroll Robbins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Ulysses S. Grant Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Achievers Early College Preparatory Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Arthur J. Holland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Grace A. Dunn Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Trenton's Ninth Grade Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Trenton Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Foundation Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $9,580 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 27, 2020 for $200,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 257 Jackson St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 257 Jackson St is 1,749 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 257 Jackson St is 1886.
This home is located at 257 Jackson St in Trenton, NJ and zip code 08611 in the Mill Hill neighborhood. This 1,749 square foot home, which was built in 1886, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $300,000.
Between May and June 2025, Trenton, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 33.7%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 66 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $340,000.