12 Governors Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 - Photo 1

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$1,230,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,554 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Set within the architecturally distinguished Governors Lane community-thoughtfully inspired by Thomas Jefferson and the timeless design principles of University of Virginia-this elegant Georgian townhome offers an exceptional blend of classical proportions and sophisticated modern luxury, all just moments from downtown Princeton, shopping, dining, and the University. Spanning three beautifully finished levels with hardwood flooring throughout, the residence has been meticulously curated with extraordinary materials and bespoke craftsmanship. The chef's Kitchen is a true showpiece featuring premium Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry handcrafted from American Black Walnut, a 48" dual-fuel Wolf range with custom 46" hood, polished black granite island, recessed lighting, and a dramatic statement chandelier creating both warmth and architectural presence. The second level is devoted to luxurious private living spaces, anchored by a spacious Primary Suite with fireplace, a stunning fully renovated Bath with frameless glass walk-in shower featuring rainfall and handheld systems, marble flooring and countertops, double vessel-sink vanity, and an exceptional custom walk-in closet with finely crafted built-ins, recessed lighting, and display spotlights. A second ensuite bedroom with generous closet space completes this level. The upper floor offers two additional spacious bedrooms, a beautifully appointed hall bath with stall shower, and two large walk-in closets with custom organizational systems. Designed equally for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the fully finished lower level is where the home truly comes alive. A private home theatre with ceiling-mounted projector, integrated speakers, and recessed lighting creates the ultimate cinematic experience, while additional flexible space with custom cabinetry and countertops is ideal for a home office, studio, or creative workspace. A dedicated wine storage closet offers the perfect setting for prized vintages, and the laundry area is conveniently located on this level as well. Just off the Kitchen, the private garden patio provides a serene outdoor retreat for dining, grilling, or quiet relaxation. A detached two-car garage with side entrance and automatic opener is ideally positioned adjacent to the garden. Quietly tucked within one of Princeton's most admired in-town communities, yet only minutes to Nassau Street, Palmer Square, and Princeton University, this extraordinary residence offers refined living in an unparalleled location.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 12 Governors Ln

General

Sold For: $1,230,000
HOA FEE: $1,095/month
Taxes: $16,600 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJME2077808
Added to Site: 135 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office, Half Bath
Interior Features: Wood Floors, Wine Storage, Window Treatments, Walk-in Closet(s), Skylight(s), Recessed Lighting, Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Eat-In, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower
Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Gas, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 3
Upper - Full Baths: 3
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4
Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Exterior

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler
Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 4
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Location

Area: Princeton (21114)
Municipality: PRINCETON
County: MERCER
Development Name: Governors Lane
Subdivision: Governors Lane
Driving Directions: Terhune to Governors Lane

School Information

School District: Princeton Regional Schools
Elementary School: Littlebrook E.S.
Middle School: Prin. Midd
High School: Princeton H.S.

Community

Association: Yes
Assoc. Name: CORNER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Assoc. Fees Include: Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Ext Bldg Maint, Trash
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Brick, Stucco
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Entry Floor Number: 1
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,554
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,554 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,554 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1997
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,068
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Zoning: OR2

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $479.64
Association Fee: $1,095
Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $607,400
Tax Amount: $16,600
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2554

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Home theatre & Speakers,
Lot Number: 00014 12

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Schools

Schools serving 12 Governors Ln

School District:Princeton Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Littlebrook School 39 Magnolia Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540	PK-5	0.8 mi
J Witherspoon Middle School 217 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540	6-8	0.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 12 Governors Ln

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/07/2026

Sold

$1,230,000

0.41%

MLS

6/11/2026

Listed

$1,225,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Sq. Ft.

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Updated 2 days ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths
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Active
Updated 1 day ago

3
Beds
3
Total Baths
1,846
Sq. Ft.

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Active
Updated 1 day ago

4
Beds
4
Total Baths
2,438
Sq. Ft.

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Active
Updated 2 days ago

2
Beds
1
Total Bath
936
Sq. Ft.

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Price Reduced

-$74,000 (-14.83%)

$425,000

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Condo
Active
Updated 4 days ago

2
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,870
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$1,346,000

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Townhouse
Closed

4
Beds
4
Total Baths

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Sold

$1,100,000

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Townhouse
Closed

4
Beds
4
Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

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$1,110,000

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Closed

3
Beds
4
Total Baths
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Sq. Ft.

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$1,050,000

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Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,464
Sq. Ft.

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12 Governors Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2077808) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $1,230,000 on August 07, 2026. This property was sold by Heidi Hartmann from our Princeton Office.Want to learn more about 12 Governors Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Princeton? You can browse all Princeton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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