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Real estate insights, market moves, and local intelligence from The Wu Team. Page 2 of 6.

2026-06-19
Wayfair is planting a major flag in the Princeton market. A new 135,000-square-foot brick-and-mortar store signals serious confidence in the region as both a retail destination and a place where people want to live.
Wayfair is planting a major flag in the Princeton market. A new 135,000-square-foot brick-and-mortar store signals serious confidence in the region as both a retail destination and a place where people want to live. F...
2026-06-17
Toll Brothers has officially opened Magnolia Square at Princeton, injecting new inventory into a market that buyers have been watching closely.
Toll Brothers has officially opened Magnolia Square at Princeton, and this is significant for the local market right now. New construction in the Greater Princeton area doesn't come often, so when a major developer li...
2026-06-17
A record 242 American cities now have starter homes worth $1 million or more, and New Jersey is leading that charge. The bar for entering the housing market just got a lot higher.
A record 242 American cities now have starter homes worth $1 million or more, and New Jersey is leading that charge. The bar for entering the housing market just got a lot higher. According to Zillow's latest analysis...
2026-06-14
Exclusive golf communities are no longer just about the sport, they're about status, ready-made social circles, and a significant price premium that savvy buyers are willing to pay.
There's a fascinating shift happening in the luxury home market: affluent buyers are increasingly willing to pay substantial premiums for homes in exclusive golf communities, and the trend is accelerating nationally....
2026-06-13
New Jersey's film and television industry is undergoing a major transformation, fueled by expanded tax incentives and growing studio infrastructure. For buyers and investors in the Greater Princeton area, this could signal meaningful economic momentum and new job creation ahead.
There's a significant economic story unfolding in New Jersey that goes beyond Hollywood headlines. The state's film and television industry is experiencing real growth, driven by enhanced tax incentives, expanding stu...
2026-06-11
A local alpaca farm just one-quarter mile from Montgomery High School is raising an important question about how annual fireworks displays affect nearby livestock.
This week, The Montgomery News published an op-ed from a local farmer at Hidden Spring Lavender and Alpaca Farm, highlighting the real impact of Montgomery Township's annual fireworks display on nearby animals. The fa...
2026-06-11
The Princeton Cancer Center just held its topping-out ceremony, marking the completion of structural work on what's become the largest healthcare expansion in the region since the medical center relocated to Route 1 back in 2012.
The Princeton Cancer Center just held its topping-out ceremony, marking the completion of structural work on what's become the largest healthcare expansion in the region since the medical center relocated to Route 1 b...
2026-06-09
May just delivered the strongest home sales numbers in five months. Here's what that tells us about buyer sentiment in the Greater Princeton area.
National data just landed that matters for your local market. Home sales rebounded sharply in May, reaching the highest level since December, as mortgage rates dipped back down in April. That rate movement is the key...
2026-06-08
Princeton is asking a deceptively simple question: what is downtown parking actually worth? The answer is reshaping how the town thinks about walkability, commercial vitality, and the future value of properties downtown.
Princeton's downtown parking fees are set to increase, a proposal now on the municipal agenda. But for local residents, there's a concrete benefit worth knowing: holders of a Princeton Public Library card can enjoy tw...
2026-06-05
A former Princeton resident is accused of systematically defrauding Asian American investors out of $2.5 million, with allegations that funds intended for business ventures were instead spent on a Florida home, vacations, and private school tuition.
A former Princeton resident is accused of systematically defrauding Asian American investors out of $2.5 million, with allegations that funds intended for business ventures were instead spent on a Florida home, vacati...
2026-06-05
Princeton's Arts Council just announced the new date for Porchfest, and they are planning what they are calling the biggest picnic the area has ever seen.
The Princeton Arts Council has set a new date for Porchfest and is rolling out something special alongside it: the biggest community picnic Princeton has ever hosted. This is the kind of event that defines summer in t...
2026-06-05
A fraud case with deep roots in our community just became a cautionary tale for investors across the Greater Princeton area. An ex-Princeton resident has been charged with defrauding Asian American investors out of $2.5 million, and the details matter.
A fraud case centered in Princeton just became a cautionary tale for investors across the region. An ex-Princeton resident has been charged with defrauding Asian American investors out of $2.5 million, and the details...
2026-06-04
Princeton just announced a major gift that's reshaping its residential college system. Meet Huo College, named for a transformative contribution from a graduate alumnus.
Princeton University has announced the official opening of Huo College, a new undergraduate residential college named after alumnus Yan Huo '94 through a major gift from the Venture Forward fundraising initiative. The...
2026-06-03
Montgomery Township is getting a major traffic redesign. New loop roads on Route 206 will eliminate direct left turns to Route 518, redirecting drivers through local roads instead.
Montgomery Township is moving forward with a significant infrastructure milestone. New loop roads under construction on Route 206 will eliminate direct left turns, routing traffic through newly built local roads that...
2026-06-02
The massive data center buildouts that sparked community backlash across America are facing a major pivot. Meet the future: data centers designed to operate inside individual homes.
For years, sprawling data center campuses have drawn fierce opposition from communities worried about land use, energy consumption, and infrastructure strain. Now, as public support for large-scale buildouts declines...
2026-05-31
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway just paid $8.5 billion for Taylor Morrison, a major national homebuilder. When one of the world's sharpest investors bets that big on new construction, it tells us something important about market direction.
Friday's news: Berkshire Hathaway announced an $8.5 billion all-cash acquisition of Taylor Morrison, a major national homebuilder, at a 24% premium. This isn't a casual move. It's a deliberate signal. Why it matters:...
2026-05-28
Montgomery is getting a major new retail anchor this fall. Montgomery Promenade, a significant commercial development on Route 206 in Skillman, is set to open in September with diverse dining and shopping options already locked in.
Montgomery Promenade, the large new mixed-use development coming to Route 206 in Skillman, continues filling out its tenant roster ahead of its September opening. The latest businesses to commit are Meximodo Cocina &...
2026-05-28
Montgomery's Summer Farmers Market is back for its 24th year, opening every Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm starting May 30 at the Montgomery Municipal Building.
Montgomery's Summer Farmers Market is back for its 24th year, opening every Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm starting May 30 at the Montgomery Municipal Building. This isn't just a shopping routine for Montgomery families,...
2026-05-25
Princeton University just broke ground on Eric and Wendy Schmidt Hall, a transformative expansion that will more than double the footprint of computer science on campus.
Princeton University's Department of Computer Science just reached a major milestone: groundbreaking on Eric and Wendy Schmidt Hall, which will more than double the size of the former Guyot Hall and create a new hub f...
2026-05-25
The listing agent finally cracked the code: "We had to find a buyer who didn't care." After years on the market, Westfield's most infamous property is off the books, and the strategy behind the sale offers surprising lessons for any seller dealing with a challenging property.
There's a reason some properties sit on the market longer than others. Westfield's 'Watcher' house had more than just a price problem, it had a story problem. The home's dark history made buyers hesitant, even as the...
2026-05-23
Don't let this long weekend slip by without tackling at least one upgrade. Small renovations can transform how your home functions and feels.
Memorial Day weekend is more than just time off, it's an opportunity to make meaningful improvements to your home without the contractor costs. The best part? These micro-renovations don't require professional skills...
2026-05-22
Montgomery Township just rolled out a major digital upgrade: a new resident portal designed to streamline access to township services and information. At the same time, the township is celebrating its 250th anniversary and moving forward with planned upgrades to the Otto Kaufman Community Center.
Montgomery Township Administrator Nicholas Mistretta announced three significant community initiatives this week that speak to the township's commitment to modernizing resident services and infrastructure. First, the...
2026-05-22
When respected school leaders move, it tells you something important about where educational momentum is heading. Montgomery Township's Orchard Hill Elementary is losing Vice Principal Lisa Caudill this summer, as she takes on a Principal role in the Princeton district.
A recent personnel move in local education caught our attention. Lisa Caudill, Vice Principal at Orchard Hill Elementary in Montgomery Township, has been named Principal of Littlebrook Elementary in the Princeton scho...
2026-05-21
A warm April week followed by multiple freezing nights has delivered one of the most damaging blows to New Jersey farmers in years. Terhune Orchards, a beloved local landmark in the Greater Princeton area, is among the hardest hit.
An unusually warm stretch in April raised hopes for an early, abundant growing season across New Jersey. Then came the freeze. Multiple nights of subfreezing temperatures have left NJ farmers, including operators at T...