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Property Description
This stunning lakefront residence, perfectly positioned along the shores of Lake Carnegie, offers panoramic water views, a private dock, and a sparkling pool-transforming everyday life into a year-round retreat. Thoughtfully designed to embrace its extraordinary setting, the home features walls of glass and an open-concept layout that frame picturesque vistas from nearly every room. Architectural elements blend form and function, creating generous spaces ideal for entertaining while maintaining a sense of warmth and intimacy-whether you're hosting a celebration or enjoying a quiet evening by the fireplace. The main level includes a large living room, family room, chef's kitchen with large island, lake views & access to deck, open dining area, and a secluded study that offers peaceful productivity. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite continues the theme of light and lake views, accompanied by two additional bedrooms. The walk-out lower level expands your living options with a versatile multipurpose area, a workshop, and a full bath. Experience the luxury of living in your vacation home-every day of the year.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 697 Prospect Ave
General
- Sold For: $2,400,000
- Taxes: $42,903 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSTriStates
- MLS ID: NJME2061186
- Added to Site: 209 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Office, Recreation Room, Workshop, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Attic, Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Store/Office, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Kitchen - Gourmet, Other
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane, Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Princeton (21114)
- Municipality: PRINCETON
- County: MERCER
- Development Name: Riverside
- Subdivision: Riverside
- Cross Streets: Carnegie Drive
- Driving Directions: Princeton Kingston Road to Prospect Avenue
- Direction Faces: West
- Location Details: Lake
School Information
- School District: Princeton Regional Schools
- High School: Princeton H.S.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Other
- Heating Type: Central, Radiator, Other
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas Available, Oil
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Other
- Structure Type: Detached
- Architect: George Myers/Great Room, Tom Schroth/Kitchen, etc.
- Construction: Brick Front, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Outside Entrance, Workshop
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Double Hung, Screens, Skylights, Sliding, Storm
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Storm
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,053
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,053 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,053 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1945
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Lake, Other, Panoramic, Scenic Vista
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,473
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Fishing Available, Landscaping, Private, Secluded, Sloping, Other
- Zoning: R5
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Fishing Available, Landscaping, Private, Secluded, Sloping, Other
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Navigable Water: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Swimming Allowed, Fishing Allowed, Canoe/Kayak, Private Access
- Water Front Type: Lake
- Water Front Name: Carnegie Lake
- Docks: 1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $786.11
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,611,100
- Tax Amount: $42,903
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3053
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Refrigerator/garage, sailboat, canoe, kayak
- Lot Number: 12
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Schools
Schools serving 697 Prospect Ave
School District:Princeton Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Riverside Elementary School, Princeton, NJ 58 Riverside Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
J Witherspoon Middle School 217 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Princeton High School 151 Moore Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 | 9-12 | 1.6 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 697 Prospect Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2025
Sold
$2,400,000
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MLS
6/20/2025
Listed
$2,400,000
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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.
697 Prospect Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08540 (MLS# NJME2061186) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,400,000 on August 11, 2025. This property was sold by Theza Friedman from our Princeton Junction Office.Want to learn more about 697 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.


