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Property Description
Perfectly positioned in Princeton's sought-after Riverside neighborhood, 312 Prospect Avenue offers the best of town-and-gown living-just a block and a half from the highly regarded Riverside Elementary School, and moments from downtown, the University, and everyday conveniences. With five bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, and a spacious, sun-filled layout, this updated split-level home delivers comfort, flexibility, and location in one compelling package. Set on a .27-acre lot, the home welcomes you with lush curb appeal and a charming front yard. Inside, hardwood floors lead you through an inviting living room filled with natural light from a large picture window, and centered around a classic wood-burning fireplace. Recessed lighting and crown molding add a touch of elegance, while the open flow into the dining room makes for easy entertaining. The beautifully renovated (2024) kitchen blends modern style with everyday function, and opens to an expanded sunroom where vaulted ceilings, skylights, a Palladian window, and sliding glass doors to the deck create a bright, airy space for everything from casual dining to weekend relaxation. Whether you're hosting indoors or out on the deck and patio, this home is built for gathering and enjoying life. The updated bathrooms reflect today's clean, timeless finishes. A tandem two-car garage offers additional parking and storage. What truly sets this home apart is its unbeatable location. In addition to being within easy walking distance of Princeton's vibrant downtown and University, NYC-bound bus service is just around the corner-making commuting a breeze. Whether it's a stroll to your favorite café, school drop-offs, or hopping on the bus to the city, life at 312 Prospect Avenue is as convenient as it is charming. This is the Princeton lifestyle at its best-walkable, welcoming, and ready to be yours.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 312 Prospect Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,755,000
- Taxes: $20,766 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSTriStates
- MLS ID: NJME2059688
- Added to Site: 244 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Attic/House Fan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Lower Floor
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- Area: Princeton (21114)
- Municipality: PRINCETON
- County: MERCER
- Development Name: Riverside
- Subdivision: Riverside
- Cross Streets: Robert Rd
- Driving Directions: Harrison St. or Riverside Dr. to Prospect Ave.
School Information
- School District: Princeton Regional Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Split Level
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched, Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,764
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,764 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,764 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1963
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,761
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 85.00 x 139.00
- Zoning: R2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $614.69
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $779,800
- Tax Amount: $20,766
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2764
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 126
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton, Zhicheng Yang
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton, Sita Philion
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Schools
Schools serving 312 Prospect Ave
School District:Princeton Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Riverside Elementary School, Princeton, NJ 58 Riverside Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
J Witherspoon Middle School 217 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Princeton High School 151 Moore Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 | 9-12 | 1 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 312 Prospect Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/25/2025
Sold
$1,755,000
3.3%
MLS
6/05/2025
Price Reduced
$1,699,000
-5.56%
MLS
5/17/2025
Listed
$1,799,000
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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.
312 Prospect Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2059688) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,755,000 on July 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 312 Prospect Avenue? 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.

