
156 MERCER STREET, PRINCETON, NJ 08540
INSTITUTE AREA · MERCER County
Key Facts
Description
Discover effortless living in this charming, just renovated 2-bedroom, 1-flex room and 1.5-bath townhouse at 156 Mercer Street in the desirable Institute Area of Princeton. With new bathrooms and updated kitchen, this sunny home offers classic Princeton character with modern comfort, including a basement with washer/dryer and generous additional storage, Nestled in a quiet, historic neighborhood just steps from beautiful Marquand Park and the Arboretum, 156 Mercer is perfect for those who value walkability and proximity to intellectual and cultural hubs. Princeton University’s campus is moments away—ideal for researchers, postdocs, or faculty who want to stroll to labs, libraries, or lectures. Head the other direction and you’re walking into the heart of downtown Princeton for vibrant shops, the public library, theater, and an array of excellent restaurants and cafes that define this special town. The Princeton Dinky station is an easy walk, giving you seamless access to Princeton Junction and the Northeast Corridor for quick trips to New York, Philadelphia, or beyond. Need everyday shopping? Route 1’s retail corridor and major stores are also conveniently a short ride away. Unbeatable convenience in a premium location with a verdant backyard and designated parking. Experience classic Princeton style with modern updates in one of the most walkable and connected spots in town. Perfect for the young professional or researcher seeking both serenity and centrality. Come and see it before it's gone.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential Lease
Sub-Type
Townhouse
Structure Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,084 sq ft
Lot Size
0.05 acres
Parking Spaces
1
Zoning
R1MP
Days on Market
25
MLS® Listing#
NJME2079488
Property Features
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Basement
Pool
Parking
Construction
Foundation
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Office
Schools
- Elementary:
- JOHNSON PARK
- Middle:
- PRINCETON
- High:
- PRINCETON H.S.
- District:
- PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
Financial Details
HOA
None
Parcel Number
14-00039 01-00022
Directions
Nassau to Mercer
Affordability Calculator
$760
Estimated monthly payment
$20/mo
Principal $3,040 · Est. interest $4,241 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in PRINCETON, NJ
- $1,000,000
- Median Listing Price
- 51
- Median Days on Market
- 2,252
- Median Sq Ft
- $416
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 158
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 100% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 99% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in PRINCETON, NJ.
Location
Points of Interest in PRINCETON, NJ
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Nearby Schools
Nassau Nursery School
Elementary · 0.5 mi away
The Lewis School of Princeton
Secondary · 0.6 mi away
The Hun School of Princeton
Secondary · 0.9 mi away
Princeton Nursery School
School · 0.9 mi away
St Paul Roman Catholic School
Secondary · 1.0 mi away
Johnson Park School
Elementary · 1.0 mi away
Community Park
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
University League Nursery School
School · 1.3 mi away
University Now Day Nursery
Primary School · 1.3 mi away
Princeton Public Schools
School · 1.4 mi away
Cherry Hill Nursery School
Elementary · 1.4 mi away
Princeton Middle School
Secondary · 1.5 mi away
The American Boychoir School
School · 1.5 mi away
Joan Levin Nursery School
School · 1.7 mi away
The Jewish Center
Elementary · 1.7 mi away
Princeton Day School
Elementary · 1.8 mi away
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary · 1.9 mi away
Aops Academy
School · 1.9 mi away
Princeton Charter School
Elementary · 2.0 mi away
Stuart Country Day School
Secondary · 2.0 mi away
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| 13 CHARLTON STREET 1, PRINCETON, NJ | $2,950/mo | 1 | 1 | 1,168 |
Moving Cost Estimate
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Listing Courtesy: BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton - 6099241600
















