$4,950,000

600 Pretty Brook Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

6 beds
5 full, 3 partial
9.7 acres
House

Property details

About 600 Pretty Brook Rd

Built in 1772 by a Dutch farmer, "The Bouwerie" is one of Princeton's most iconic properties. As a homestead during George Washington's occupation of Princeton, it was renovated in 1991 with meticulous attention to the preservation of its original details: hand-hewn beams, pine flooring, a walk-in Beehive fireplace, stone steps leading to a study and half bath that once housed horses, and a wood-burning fireplace surrounded by period Delft tiles. Reclaimed white-pine and heart-pine flooring, as well as interior and exterior beaded and dentil moldings were employed throughout the new addition to complement the authentic 1700's detailing. Entering through the front door of the home's new addition, one's eye is immediately drawn up to a stunning, artistic stained-glass skylight. Handmade cabinetry, specialty light fixtures, and custom painting abound in the foyer, the elegant living room, the family room, the sunroom, and the powder room. Two wood-burning fireplaces add cozy warmth on chilly days. The main gathering room of the original house has been transformed into a sitting area off of an updated country kitchen, which features a brick enclosed Aga range, pine cabinetry, and a breakfast nook enclosed with hand-carved wooden moldings. Below the kitchen is a finished space perfect for a home theater, playroom, or exercise. The second floor of the original home is accessed by a spiral, wooden staircase and offers fully appointed guest quarters, including two bedrooms, a playroom and two full baths, which can be secluded for privacy through another entrance. Adjoined by an outside deck, the second floor of the addition features three bedrooms, four baths, a laundry room, and a beautiful master suite boasting a sitting area with gas fireplace, dressing room, jetted tub, sauna, a double shower steam room, an exercise alcove, and two outdoor porches. Outside, a large bar-b-que patio area overlooks a pond, while an in-ground hot tub and a 52-foot oval pool with vanishing edge look over a spectacular English knot garden. A wooded path follows a burbling tributary stream from the pond and leads to Stony Brook. In the aesthetic spirit of the original home, the garage was expanded to accommodate four cars and an upper-level office or apartment. The thorough and thoughtful renovation of the The Bouwerie has resulted not only in the valuable preservation of local-history Americana, but also one of the most extraordinary homes in Princeton. Remarkably, the setting is less than 3 miles from Nassau Street with Princeton University just beyond. Come see this extraordinary opportunity.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
Lot size9.73 Acres
Year built1742
ParkingAdditional Storage Area, Driveway,Detached Garage
MLS #NJME2056928
Garage4 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: NJME2056928
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
  • Office Phone: (609) 921-1050
  • Office Email: info@callawayhenderson.com
  • Listing Agent: Judson R. Henderson
  • Agent Phone: (609) 651-2226
  • Agent Email: jhenderson@callawayhenderson.com

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$3,203,400$80,533
2022$3,203,400$78,130
2021$3,203,400$77,522
2020$3,203,400$77,170
2019$3,253,400$75,869

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Johnson Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

285 Rosedale Rd

6

Community Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.3 mi

372 Witherspoon St

7

Hopewell Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.4 mi

35 Princeton Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $254,694. Most Princeton, NJ residents have annual incomes $200k+. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
12%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
66%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

19%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
13%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
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About 600 Pretty Brook Rd

This home is located at 600 Pretty Brook Rd in Princeton, NJ and zip code 08540. Features: 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,950,000.

While more than 22 listings in Princeton, NJ in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 8 were sold below. The number of listings in Princeton, NJ increased by 52.5% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $843,500.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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