160 Springdale Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 - Photo 1

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$1,800,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,768 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage
Updated 2 days ago

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Property Description

Classic 1920's expanded colonial set on prestigious Springdale Road offers a rare combination of history, character and location. Once the home of Harold W. Dodds, the 15th President of Princeton University (1933-1957), the residence sits directly across from the Springdale Golf Course, with sweeping views of rolling fairways framed by Gothic towers of Princeton in the distance. Inside, timeless details enrich the formal living room with fireplace, the adjacent sunken library with built-ins and the formal dining room with French doors to the backyard. The kitchen was thoughtfully renovated and expanded in 2010 by Spyglass Kitchens , adding a sunny breakfast room with French doors to three bluestone patios-ideal for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. A front addition introduced a cozy den/home office with a powder room and side porch access creating even more versatile living space. Upstairs, four bedrooms and two full baths provide comfortable accommodations, while a walk-up attic offers flexible loft-style space and generous storage. A circular driveway, detached garage, and a large private backyard complete the setting. With classic bones and an updated kitchen, the home is move-in ready. The original bathrooms await a new vision, walls and ceilings are ready for a fresh update and the unfinished basement offers endless potential to tailor the home to your lifestyle. All of this is within walking distance of Princeton University, McCarter Theater, the public library, the dinky train station, acclaimed restaurants and the vibrant heart of downtown Princeton-making this a truly exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Princeton's history.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 160 Springdale Rd

General

Sold For: $1,800,000
Taxes: $29,351 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJME2065428
Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Breakfast Room, Study, Loft, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Interior Features: Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Wood, Non-Functioning, Wood, Non-Functioning
Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4

Other Rooms

Laundry: Basement

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Circular Driveway
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry

Location

Area: Princeton (21114)
Municipality: PRINCETON
County: MERCER
Development Name: Institute Area
Subdivision: Institute Area
Cross Streets: Mercer
Driving Directions: Nassau to Mercer Street left on Springdale - home is on the right overlooking Springdale Golf course.

School Information

School District: Princeton Regional Schools
Elementary School: Johnson Park
Middle School: Prin. Midd
High School: Princeton H.S.

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Frame
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Block
Roof: Shingle
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,768
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,768 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,768 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1922
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Property View: Golf Course
Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,038
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Features: No Thru Street
Zoning: R5
Lot Description: No Thru Street
Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $634.03
Assessment Year: 2024
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $1,102,200
Tax Amount: $29,351
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2768

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Fireplace andirons.
Inclusions: Washer, dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, workbench and shelving in basement and any patio ornaments.
Lot Number: 13

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Schools

Schools serving 160 Springdale Rd

School District:Princeton Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Johnson Park School 285 Rosedale Road, Princeton, NJ 08540	PK-5	1.4 mi
J Witherspoon Middle School 217 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540	6-8	1.7 mi
Princeton High School 151 Moore Street, Princeton, NJ 08540	9-12	1.5 mi

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

Price & Sales History for 160 Springdale Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/14/2026

Sold

$1,800,000

2.56%

MLS

11/29/2025

Price Reduced

$1,755,000

-4.88%

MLS

10/28/2025

Price Reduced

$1,845,000

-7.52%

MLS

9/26/2025

Listed

$1,995,000

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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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160 Springdale Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2065428) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,800,000 on January 14, 2026. This property was listed by Heidi Hartmann from our Princeton Office.Want to learn more about 160 Springdale Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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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