$1,275,000

171 Jefferson Rd Princeton, NJ 08540

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,950 sqft
$654 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 171 Jefferson Rd

171 Jefferson Road offers gracious living in a tranquil sycamore tree-lined neighborhood just a short walk from Princeton town center, Princeton Shopping Center, University, High School, elementary and middle schools. This circa-1930’s 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 1950 sq. ft. half-duplex home has three floors of living space and tall ceilings throughout for plentiful air and space! The residence has been stylishly reimaged by the award-winning Garretson Builder team. Recent upgrades include a private third-floor bedroom/bathroom or office suite with cathedral ceiling, a modern kitchen with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, breakfast nook, stainless steel built-in appliances and washer/dryer, expanded or improved bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, contemporary light fixtures, updated door hardware throughout, and Baldwin smart-key entry sets. Infrastructure features all-new black-accent Marvin windows, new asphalt shingle roof, central AC, cast iron radiator heat, gas fireplace, front and rear covered porches, shared two-car detached garage, and a quiet shared back yard with fresh plantings. A neat but unfinished full basement features ample storage space, French drains with battery backed-up sumps, a modern electrical panel, and secure steel Bilco doors with a walk-out to the grassy back yard and garden.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water, Radiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,950 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1931
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Asphalt Driveway, Detached Garage,Driveway
MLS #NJME2056452
Garage1 space
ViewGarden

Summary

  • MLS Number: NJME2056452
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Realmart Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (732) 727-2285
  • Office Email: info@realmartrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Qizhan Jack Yao
  • Agent Phone: (732) 727-2280
  • Agent Email: info@realmartrealty.com

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171 Jefferson Rd

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Nearby schools

6

Community Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

372 Witherspoon St

7

Littlebrook Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

39 Magnolia Ln

9

Riverside Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

58 Riverside Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,777. The majority of Princeton, NJ residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
14%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

34%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 171 Jefferson Rd

This home is located at 171 Jefferson Rd in Princeton, NJ and zip code 08540. This 1,950 square foot home was built in 1931. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,275,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Princeton, NJ there were more than 22 sold above asking price, over 8 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Princeton, NJ between February and March 2025 increased by 52.5%. Listings spent 38 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $843,500 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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