Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/27/2026
Listed
$675,000
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Property Description
Nestled in Princeton's historic Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood, 165 John Street offers 2-bedrooms & 1 full bath & presents a rare opportunity to create something truly special in one of the town's most sought-after locations. Just moments from vibrant downtown Princeton, neighborhood parks, shopping, restaurants, Princeton University, and the award-winning Princeton Public Schools, the location offers exceptional walkability and a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to find. The home features a charming front porch and a layout full of potential and character. While the property will require updating and renovation, it offers an outstanding opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers looking to restore and personalize a home in a highly desirable historic neighborhood. Whether you envision a thoughtful renovation, expansion, or complete reimagining, the location alone makes this a compelling opportunity. Enjoy close proximity to Nassau Street, Community Park Pool, and the Princeton Public Library -- soaking in the cultural and architectural richness that defines Princeton living. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities at 165 John Street.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 165 John St
General
- Price: $675,000
- Taxes: $9,101 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSTriStates
- MLS ID: NJME2077132
- Updated: 5/27/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
- Interior Features: Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Shared Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, On Street
Location
- Area: Princeton (21114)
- Municipality: PRINCETON
- County: MERCER
- Development Name: None Available
- Subdivision: None Available
- Driving Directions: per gps
- Location Details: Middle Of Block
- Historic District: Yes
School Information
- School District: Princeton Regional Schools
- Elementary School: Johnson Park
- Middle School: John Witherspoon M.S.
- High School: Princeton H.S.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Interior Access, Partial, Unfinished
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 882
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 882 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 882 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Below Average
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,999
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-4
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $765.31
- Tax w/Assessment: $333,000
- Tax Amount: $9,101
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Personal Effects
- Inclusions: Sold As-Is, As-Seen
Listed by Smires & Associates, Benjamin Stentz
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Schools
Schools serving 165 John St
School District:Princeton Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Community Park Elementary School 372 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 | PK-5 | 0.3 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 165 John St
Tax History
Tax History for 165 John St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,868
9%
$333,000
—
2022
$8,099
—
$333,000
—
2021
$8,122
1%
$333,000
—
2020
$8,059
2%
$333,000
—
2019
$7,899
2%
$333,000
—
2018
$7,766
10%
$333,000
9%
2017
$7,050
2%
$306,500
—
2016
$6,939
2%
$306,500
—
2015
$6,780
1%
$306,500
—
2014
$6,697
—
$306,500
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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165 John Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2077132) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 165 John Street is currently listed for $675,000 and was received on May 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 165 John Street? 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.