NJ
SALEM
PILESGROVE
08098
1349 KINGS HIGHWAY
1349 KINGS HIGHWAY, PILESGROVE, NJ 08098
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
47
$949,000

Home Details for 1349 KINGS HIGHWAY

Price
$949,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.0
Square feet
2993
Year built
1762
Lot size acres
1.73
County
SALEM
Garage
3
Basement
Partial
Days on site
25
MLS Listing#
NJSA2017826
Property Description

Welcome to Seven Stars Tavern — a rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of New Jersey’s colonial history. Built in 1762 and rich with Revolutionary-era significance, this extraordinary residence blends timeless architectural character with the warmth and charm of a true historic home. Once a landmark tavern along the King’s Highway, the property has gracefully evolved into a private residence while preserving its original craftsmanship, story, and enduring presence. Sprawling across approximately 1.73 acres, this two and one half-story, brick dwelling offers just under 3,000 square feet of living space. The three bedroom home is rich in character and warmth, featuring three traditional wood-burning fireplaces and three propane gas-burning fireplaces, creating inviting gathering spaces throughout. Generous proportions and a sense of scale make this residence feel both substantial and welcoming, ideal for comfortable everyday living and entertaining alike. The expansive grounds further enhance the property’s appeal, featuring a three-car detached garage, a spacious exterior patio for outdoor gatherings, and an in-ground swimming pool that anchors the landscape as a private retreat. Together, the home and grounds present a rare blend of comfort, charm, and resort-style amenities. Built in 1762, the historic Seven Stars Tavern is one of Salem County’s most notable examples of 18th-century colonial architecture. Constructed by Peter and Elizabeth Louderback along the former King’s Highway, the brick structure replaced an earlier log tavern and was identified by the iconic “Sign of the Seven Stars,” a celestial emblem used to guide travelers in the colonial era. The Louderbacks’ initials and the original construction date remain visible in the brickwork, offering a rare and authentic connection to the property’s origins and craftsmanship. During the colonial and Revolutionary periods, Seven Stars Tavern served as a vital roadside stop and community gathering place, providing lodging and hospitality to travelers and locals alike. The property is closely tied to Revolutionary War history through the Louderback family’s patriot support, including a documented British raid in 1778 while searching for their son, John Louderback. He is believed to have supplied Continental (American) troops with food which resulted in the British putting a price on his head. By the early 1800s, the building transitioned into a private residence and farmhouse, a role it has maintained for generations. Today, listed on the National and New Jersey Register of Historic Places, Seven Stars Tavern stands as a remarkably preserved historic home—rich in character, heritage, and timeless appeal—offering a rare opportunity to own a true piece of New Jersey history.

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Gravel
    • Garage
    • Parking Lot
    • Detached
  • Utilities
    • Cable Available
    • Natural Gas Available
    • Phone Available
    • Electricity Available
  • Cooling Information
    • Central Air
    • Electric
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
    • Radiant
  • Water Features
    • Well
  • Basement
    • Partial
School Information
School Information for 1349 KINGS HIGHWAY, PILESGROVE, NJ 08098
Elementary School
MARY S. SHOEMAKER E.S.
Middle School
WOODSTOWN M.S.
High School
WOODSTOWN H.S.
Listing Courtesy: Warner Real Estate & Auction Company - 856-769-4111
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Last Updated: 2026-02-14 20:50:40
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EXIT REALTY JERSEY SHORE
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