398 Reading St, Pennington, NJ 08534
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PENDING
0.31 ACRES

398 Reading St
Pennington, NJ 08534

  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 1,805 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$684,900

Est. Mortgage $4,724/mo*
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$684,900

Est. Mortgage $4,724/mo*
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3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,805 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$379
Listed
37 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Please submit your buyer's highest and best offer in complete contract form no later than Monday, July 6, at 12:00 PM. Welcome to this fully renovated gem in the heart of Pennington Borough. Blending modern updates with small-town charm, this home features an open layout, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a sleek kitchen with contemporary cabinetry and a center island. The current first-level primary suite is staged as a great room; however, with the addition of doors, it can easily function as a spacious first-floor primary bedroom, creating a highly desirable layout with a main-level suite and three additional bedrooms upstairs. Offering 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including a first-floor primary suite with a private full bath, the layout is ideal for today's lifestyle. Upstairs includes three additional bedrooms, a stylish full bath, and convenient upper-level laundry. Step outside to a maintenance-free deck with a retractable awning, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The landscaped yard offers beauty with minimal upkeep. Located in the highly walkable Pennington Borough within the Hopewell Valley School District, you're just steps from local shops, restaurants, and community events, with easy access to Princeton, Lambertville, and major commuter routes. 398 Reading Street is a rare turnkey opportunity in one of the area's most sought-after neighborhoods, offering exceptional flexibility, modern finishes, and the convenience of Borough living. n.

Home Details for 398 Reading St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1805 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Upper LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood, Carpet, Tile Brick
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Pitched ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, Street LightsFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage Faces Front,On Street,Driveway,Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1805 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 37

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial,Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Tonal Work Out SystemIncluded in Sale: Murphy Bed In BedroomParcel Number: 080090200010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $684,900Price Per Sqft: $379
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 04 2026Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: PENDING

Location

Direction & Address
City: PENNINGTONCommunity: None Available
School Information
Elementary School District: Hopewell Valley Regional SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Hopewell Valley Regional SchoolsHigh School: Hv CentralHigh School District: Hopewell Valley Regional Schools

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: NJME2078270

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1805 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: NJME2078270Municipality: PENNINGTON BOROAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1805

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Maria DePasquale, (609) 851-2377
Corcoran Sawyer Smith - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#NJME2078270
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Market trends in Pennington

Last updated June 2026
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Price History for 398 Reading St

DatePriceEventSource
08/04/2026$684,900PendingBright MLS #NJME2078270
07/08/2026$684,900ContingentBright MLS #NJME2078270
07/01/2026$684,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #NJME2078270
11/08/2012$428,000Sold
GSMLS #2966350
08/31/2012$434,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/07/1995$180,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,846
Assessment$401,300
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Pennington

At least 79 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 84 % Say it's quiet

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "I have a twenty minute commute to my job in Princeton and my husband has an hour commute to NYC from the Hamilton train station ."
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    "Great schools, brewery, winery, local shops, close to major shopping. Convenience of cities, and suburban or rural living. "
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  • Ecastro7654
    "Safe and families nice, schools best, I will back to leaving there’s, I still going back almost every week to the bank agency there’s because is the best people working there, treat me very good with respect and love! "
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    "You see dogs and dog walkers all over and there are plenty of parks, dog parks, and beautiful trails locally along with sidewalks along most places. "
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  • Stacey C.
    "You see dogs being walked all the time. Some shops off Main Street keep dog water bowls or treats out. "
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  • Margarita T.
    "It’s a safe place, with friendly and respectful neighbors. Lots of open space, and biking trails to take the family and friends around. "
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  • Anthony D.
    "You have to drive however it is close to Hamilton and Princeton junction train stations. The area is in between philly and nyc."
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  • Meganmcnally
    "Pennington Day is amazing, as well as the holiday walk and Santa on the fire truck. Just a few of our family’s favorite traditions. "
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  • Formosa
    "Excellent neighborhood with great quality live and cozy atmosphere. The HOA maintains the community well."
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  • Hema Chauhan
    "Beautiful surroundings, safe but expensive. People overall are friendly, and believe in local business support. The school district is good. 4 Elementary, 1 Middle school, 1HS."
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  • Devpareek
    "There are tons of great trails and couple of very good dog parks in Hopewell. Most houses have a decent backyard for dogs to run around as well"
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  • Cglaner
    "This town is a very safe area with a low crime rate. Not a lot of development- the Burger King and Starbucks are about it besides Shoprite and Stop and Shop. Small town feeling."
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  • Shannon H.
    "I grew up here and I loved the neighborhood vibe. Pennington will always be my home. I have no complaints whatsoever. Everything I wanted to do was within biking distance of my house."
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  • Justin B.
    "Pennington is a walkable town the likes of Mayberry. It has great schools and a cute historic downtown main street."
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  • Paul
    "I've lived here my whole life. Great for nature, great for city life too."
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  • Paul
    "I have lived here my entire life. Very nice area. Close to nature, close to cities."
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  • Hollywoodnj
    "I have not locked my cars or barn full of tools for 20 years. Walk the dog down the street or the trails day or night with complete peace of mind. Your children can walk or bike anywhere, to school or parks or shops."
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  • Djmazza
    "This area is very quiet. The traffic around the area is low. Kids can play in the streets. neighbors are always out and about."
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398 Reading St, Pennington, NJ 08534 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,805 sqft single-family home built in 1986. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jun 29, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# NJME2078270.