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$319,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,330 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
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A fantastic opportunity in Trenton's premier neighborhood! Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring a spacious living room filled with natural light, a comfortable dining area, and a large, well-appointed kitchen. This semi-detached home offers 3 generous bedrooms plus a finished attic-perfect as a fourth bedroom, home office, or playroom. With two full bathrooms and an easy, functional layout, the home provides flexibility and comfort for every lifestyle. The expansive backyard is a true highlight, offering plenty of space for summer barbecues, gardening, pets, or creating your own outdoor oasis. A rare chance to own a well-kept home with room to grow in one of Trenton's most sought-after locations!

Full Property Details for 1542 Princeton Ave

General

  • Price: $319,000
  • Taxes: $3,651 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSTriStates
  • MLS ID: NJME2070522
  • Updated: 12/17/2025
  • Added to Site: 43 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Garage Description: Other

Location

  • Area: Trenton City (21111)
  • Municipality: TRENTON CITY
  • County: MERCER
  • Development Name: Top Road
  • Subdivision: Top Road
  • Cross Streets: North Olden
  • Driving Directions: North Olden to Princeton Ave. Head northeast on Princeton Ave. 1542 will be on your right side halfway up the first block.

School Information

  • School District: Trenton Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Other
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 1,330
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,330 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,330 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,791
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 36.50 x 186.00
  • Zoning: RES

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $239.85
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $62,000
  • Tax Amount: $3,651
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1330

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 11

Listed by Progressive Real Estate Agency, LLC, David A Tessler

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  • David A Tessler

    Progressive Real Estate Agency, LLC

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Schools serving 1542 Princeton Ave

School District:Trenton City School District
NameGradesDistance
Columbus Elementary School, Trenton, NJ
1200 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638
PK-30.3 mi
Grace A Dunn Middle School
401 Dayton Street, Trenton, NJ 08610
7-82.8 mi
Trenton Central High School
400 Chambers Street, Trenton, NJ 08611
10-121.6 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 1542 Princeton Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/03/2025
Listed
$319,000
84.93%
MLS
6/23/2025
Sold
$172,500
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Tax History for 1542 Princeton Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,597
4%
$62,000
—
2023
$3,452
2%
$62,000
—
2022
$3,384
-2%
$62,000
—
2021
$3,443
—
$62,000
—
2020
$3,432
6%
$62,000
—
2018
$3,232
5%
$62,000
—
2017
$3,072
-38%
$62,000
-28%
2016
$4,959
—
$86,200
—
2015
$4,942
46%
$86,200
39%
2019
$3,377
-31%
$62,000
-28%
2013
$4,888
—
$86,200
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Listed by Progressive Real Estate Agency, LLC, David A Tessler

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1542 Princeton Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638 (MLS# NJME2070522) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1542 Princeton Avenue is currently listed for $319,000 and was received on December 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 1542 Princeton Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Trenton? You can browse all Trenton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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