72 Poor Farm Rd

2,861 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
2,861
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 72 Poor Farm Road, a beautifully restored 1894 farmhouse set on a picturesque one-acre lot in the heart of Hopewell Township, just minutes from Pennington Village and within the highly rated Hopewell Valley school district. This four-bedroom, three-bath residence spans 2,861 square feet and blends timeless historic charm with thoughtful modern upgrades, creating a warm and inviting home that is both distinctive and move-in ready. Inside, authentic pumpkin-pine floors, tall windows, and...Welcome to 72 Poor Farm Road, a beautifully restored 1894 farmhouse set on a picturesque one-acre lot in the heart of Hopewell Township, just minutes from Pennington Village and within the highly rated Hopewell Valley school district. This four-bedroom, three-bath residence spans 2,861 square feet and blends timeless historic charm with thoughtful modern upgrades, creating a warm and inviting home that is both distinctive and move-in ready. Inside, authentic pumpkin-pine floors, tall windows, and carefully preserved architectural details evoke the home’s rich history, while an open, light-filled floor plan seamlessly connects the living spaces. The updated kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, opening directly to a bright three-season room and expansive deck—perfect for dining, entertaining, or enjoying peaceful views of the surrounding landscape. The home also includes a spacious primary suite and three additional bedrooms that provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Outdoor living takes center stage with a tranquil koi pond, fire-pit gathering area, and private wooded surroundings that create a serene retreat. A converted barn with carport adds versatility for hobbies, creative use, or additional parking. Major system upgrades—including a new roof, septic system, heat pump, and deck completed in 2016—ensure lasting comfort and peace of mind. Perfectly positioned along one of Hopewell’s scenic country roads, this home offers the rare combination of rural tranquility and commuter convenience, with easy access to Pennington shops, Princeton, I-295, and Route 31. Whether you’re drawn by its rich character, modern amenities, or quiet setting,
  1. Listed by Stefanie R Prettyman • Real Broker, LLC
    P: (609)-954-5206 sprettyman@luxphg.com

Property Details for 72 Poor Farm Road

Tax ID Number
06-00031-00024
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 05:08 PM

Property Details for 72 Poor Farm Road

StatusActive
MLS #NJME2071404
Days on Market14
Taxes$15,098 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1894
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyMercer County

Location

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Building Information for 72 Poor Farm Road

Stories2Year Built1894Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

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$5,279 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,021

Property Taxes

$1,258

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 72 Poor Farm Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: HOPEWELL VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200397266
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MERCER
  • MLS Area: Hopewell Twp (21106)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $464,400
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $189,400
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $275,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: MRC
  • Tax Lot: 00024
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Bedroom 1, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,861.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Water Treat System, Wood Floors, Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: premierehomegroup.com

Property History for 72 Poor Farm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2071404

$825,000
Jan 5, 2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

Dec 5, 2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

Oct 31, 2025

Expired

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

Oct 6, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

$825,000
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

$849,900
Aug 21, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

Aug 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

$849,900
Aug 19, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #589631590

$495,000
Aug 19, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1003334267

$495,000
Jun 15, 2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1003334267

Jun 5, 2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003334267

$499,900
Feb 18, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002737628

$255,000
Dec 22, 2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1002737628

Nov 13, 2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007895608

$269,900
Nov 13, 2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002737628

$269,900
Aug 18, 2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007698226

$299,900
Aug 18, 2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007895608

$289,900
Sep 23, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007698226

$369,900
Sep 19, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007556826

$369,900
Feb 18, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007556826

$399,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/08/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2071404

$825,000
01/05/2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

12/05/2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

10/31/2025

Expired

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

10/06/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

$825,000
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2065298

$849,900
08/21/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

08/21/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2064222

$849,900
08/19/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #589631590

$495,000
08/19/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1003334267

$495,000
06/15/2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1003334267

06/05/2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003334267

$499,900
02/18/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1002737628

$255,000
12/22/2015

Pending

BRIGHT #1002737628

11/13/2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007895608

$269,900
11/13/2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1002737628

$269,900
08/18/2015

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007698226

$299,900
08/18/2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007895608

$289,900
09/23/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007698226

$369,900
09/19/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007556826

$369,900
02/18/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007556826

$399,900

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Public Records for 72 Poor Farm Road

Taxable ValueLand$275,000Additions$189,400Total$464,400
Tax Record2024$14,661 ($1,222 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,861 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,861 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1894ZoningMRCCountyMERCERAPN06 00031-0000-00024

Schools near 72 Poor Farm Road

This home is within Hopewell Valley Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Toll Gate/Grammar Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Timberlane Middle School
Public6 to 8

Central High School
Public9 to 12

Bear Tavern Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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72 Poor Farm Road is a single family home for sale in Pennington, NJ 08534. This property was listed for sale on January 8, 2026 by Real Broker, LLC, it's currently listed at $825,000. It has been on the market for a total of 14 days and was last sold on August 19, 2016. This listing's school district is Hopewell Valley Regional School District. Nearby schools include Toll Gate/Grammar Elementary School, Timberlane Middle School and Central High School. 72 Poor Farm Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,861 sqft single family home built in 1894.

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