Welcome to Plainsboro, a vibrant, diverse, and thriving community comprised of 21,000 people living in the heart of central New Jersey. With its convenient location only minutes from Princeton Township, the famed Princeton University campus, and New Jersey's capitol of Trenton (plus close proximity to both New York City and Philadelphia) it's easy to see what Plainsboro real estate is quickly becoming a hot commodity among New Jersey residents and newcomers alike.
Early Beginnings
Plainsboro began as a farming community, and today it holds tightly to its rural roots. More than 50 percent of the land claimed by Plainsboro Township has been permanently preserved as open space. The town is also home to one of New Jersey's nine Audubon Society Nature Centers: the Plainsboro Preserve. The Preserve encompasses more than 1,000 acres, and includes an Environmental Education Center and the 50-acre McCormack Lake. There are numerous other parks, green spaces, picnic areas and sports recreation facilities scattered throughout the township.
Prior to the 1970s, Plainsboro was a truly rural community, with much of its land owned by Princeton University. In 1971, Princeton University and developer Lincoln Properties began the conversion of the farming township into a suburban community, paying careful attention to the preservation of the rural atmosphere. The town's residential renaissance was accompanied by a corresponding economic shift. Today, much of the township's economy is centered around the many international corporations that maintain headquarters and research facilities here, including Merrill-Lynch, Bristol Meyers-Squibb, GE Communications, and Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals. The Princeton University Plasma Research Lab is also located in Plainsboro.
Plainsboro's retail sector is also a strong contributor to the vibrant economy of the township. Plainsboro Plaza is home to a grocery store, a fitness center, and a pharmacy, as well as several restaurants and smaller retail and service shops. Princeton Meadows is home to a more eclectic group of retail stores and Forrestal Village on Route 1 is a mixed-use shopping center with restaurants and retail stores. Within a short drive from Plainsboro real estate, you'll find several malls and large shopping centers, including the Quakerbridge Mall, Mercer Mall, Nassau Park, and Forrestal Center.
Plainsboro Real Estate
Many owners of Plainsboro real estate choose to commute to New York or Philadelphia for work. The location of the township along the I-95 corridor makes it easy for Plainsboro residents to access these urban areas. Also, the Amtrak station at Princeton Junction is only about three miles away from most Plainsboro real estate, making the commute to the Big Apple or the City of Brotherly Love relatively stress-free. Plainsboro real estate is located minutes from Princeton Township and the Princeton University campus, and many University employees choose Plainsboro real estate for its convenience, and to escape the bustle of the college town.
Plainsboro's excellent school system is a major deciding factor for many who choose Plainsboro real estate. The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District is currently ranked fourth in the state of New Jersey based on students' SAT scores. A whopping 96 percent of graduates of the township's two high schools go on to attend colleges and universities. The township's primary schools exhibit stellar performance as well.
Properties for sale in Plainsboro include a diverse and eclectic mix of single family homes, condominiums, town homes, and multi-family homes. The township boasts a number of historic properties, many of which are still privately-owned, as well as new construction properties in the town's newest developments. Several older Plainsboro NJ Homes have been converted into attractive condominiums. No two of these properties are alike, yet each endeavors to maintain the antique character of the original house. Condominium properties in communities like Ashford and Brittany are attractive and spacious, and offer the perfect option for students and businesspeople who are always on the go. The Hampshire community offers condo properties with golf course views, as well as many association amenities. In short, Plainsboro real estate has something to offer every buyer.
No matter what type of Plainsboro real estate you're looking for, the professionals at Sellers Realty Group can introduce you to the properties that best suit your needs, your taste, and your budget. For more information about Plainsboro, NJ real estate, please contact the expert Realtors of the Sellers Realty Group at 609.799.4600 today.
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