5 Nelson Ridge Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 - Photo 1

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$760,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,638 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Nestled in a long-established and desirable neighborhood in Hopewell Township with a Princeton mailing address, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick-front Colonial presents an incredible opportunity to create your dream home. Ideally situated between Hopewell Borough and downtown Princeton, the location offers the perfect balance of convenient access to shopping, dining, and commuter routes. Set on a peaceful street surrounded by mature landscaping and well-maintained homes, this property is ready for its next chapter. The classic Colonial layout includes generously sized living spaces, a kitchen that flows into a large family room, a traditional floor plan, and great natural light throughout. The home's solid structure and timeless design provide the perfect canvas for renovation and customization. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including an expansive primary suite with an en-suite bath, and bonus room along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. A convenient powder room is located on the main level. This home is ideal for buyers, investors, or renovators looking to bring their vision to life in a sought-after location. With strong upside potential and an unbeatable setting, this is a rare opportunity to invest in one of Mercer County's most desirable areas.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5 Nelson Ridge Rd

General

Sold For: $760,000
Taxes: $19,602 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJME2076538
Added to Site: 142 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 12
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick

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: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 8
Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage
Garage Description: Built In

Location

Area: Hopewell Twp (21106)
Municipality: HOPEWELL TWP
County: MERCER
Development Name: None Available
Subdivision: None Available
Cross Streets: Cherry Valley Rd
Driving Directions: Please use GPS

School Information

School District: Hopewell Valley Regional Schools

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

Sewer: Private Septic Tank
Water: Well

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Frame, Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,638
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,638 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,638 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1978
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 1.38
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 60,113
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Zoning: R150

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $301.36
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $603,000
Tax Amount: $19,602
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2638

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Personal property
Inclusions: All appliances "as is"
Lot Number: 00006 17

Listed by Queenston Realty, LLC, Katharine Carter
Sold by Corcoran Sawyer Smith - Lambertville, Beth Caruso

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Schools

Schools serving 5 Nelson Ridge Rd

School District:Hopewell Valley Regional School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Hopewell Elementary School 35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525	PK-5	1.9 mi
Bear Tavern Elementary School 1162 Bear Tavern Road, Hopewell Township, NJ 08560	K-5	7.7 mi
Timberlane Middle School 51 South Timberlane Drive, Pennington, NJ 08534	6-8	5.1 mi
Central High School, Pennington, NJ 259 Pennington - Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ 08534	9-12	4.9 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 5 Nelson Ridge Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/18/2026

Sold

$760,000

-4.4%

MLS

5/23/2026

Listed

$795,000

—

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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Beds
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2
Beds
2
Total Baths
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Beds

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Lots/Land
Closed

69.15
Acres

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