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$589,000

168 Thoreau Dr

Plainsboro, NJ
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,950
Square Feet
1986
Year Built
131
Days On Market

North-Facing Brittany Townhome with Finished Loft, New Deck & New Appliances! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offering nearly 2,000 sq. ft. of flexible living space in the highly desirable Brittany community. Recent updates include a newly completed private deck (2026) and a full suite of kitchen appliances replaced within the last year. The versatile third-floor loft is ideal as a home office, guest suite, media room, fitness area, or potential fourth sleeping space. The spacious layout features a bright kitchen, formal dining area, family room, and living room, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. Low HOA includes roof and window maintenance, pool, tennis courts, lawn care, and snow removal. Located within the award-winning West Windsor-Plainsboro School District, minutes from Princeton, NJ Transit, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Seller open to reasonable concessions, providing buyers flexibility to personalize select finishes. Exceptional value in one of Plainsboro's most desirable communities.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
10/04/2026
Listed By
Catherine A O'Connell, 9083802034 · Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton, 6099211411
MLS#
NJMX2012612
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
168 Thoreau Dr, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
City
Plainsboro
County
Middlesex
Neighborhood
BRITTANY
Zip Code
08536

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1986
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Stucco
Building Area
1,950 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Parking Lot

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Recessed Lighting
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven, Gas Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Community Features
Pool
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

View
Garden
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,950 sq. ft.
Total
1,950 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$589,000
Annual Taxes
$10,788
Association Fee
$310 (paid Monthly)
Fee Includes
Trash
Association Amenities
Playground, Tennis Court(s)

Schools

76/100
Cranbury School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 2.8 mi
City
Cranbury
Students
458
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
60% White · 25% Asian · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(609) 395-1700
74/100
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
Elementary · Grades PK–03 · 0.8 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
438
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
72% Asian · 8% Black · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
10%
Phone
(609) 716-8330
62/100
South Brunswick High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.3 mi
City
Monmouth Junction
Students
2,920
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
51% Asian · 30% White · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(732) 329-4044
60/100
Community Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.5 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
1,180
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
67% Asian · 21% White · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
6%
Phone
(609) 716-5300
56/100
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South
High · Grades 09–12 · 3 mi
City
West Windsor
Students
1,614
Student body
70% Asian · 18% White · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(609) 716-5050
55/100
J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 1.4 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
334
Student body
71% Asian · 11% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
8%
Phone
(609) 716-5450
55/100
Millstone River School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 1.4 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
1,023
Student body
78% Asian · 13% White · 5% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
6%
Phone
(609) 716-5500
55/100
Maurice Hawk Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–03 · 3.3 mi
City
West Windsor
Students
758
Student body
60% Asian · 17% White · 10% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
8%
Phone
(609) 716-5425

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
06/29/2026Listed for sale$589,000

Listed by Catherine A O'Connell · Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton · 6099211411

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 4, 2026 at 3:17 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: NJMX2012612

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