1542 Princeton Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638 - Photo 1

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$305,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,330 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

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

Full Property Details for 1542 Princeton Ave

General

Sold For: $305,000
Taxes: $3,651 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJME2070522
Added to Site: 89 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
Sold by Garcia Realtors, Jose R Rodriguez

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Schools

Schools serving 1542 Princeton Ave

School District:Trenton City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Columbus Elementary School, Trenton, NJ 1200 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638	PK-3	0.3 mi
Grace A Dunn Middle School 401 Dayton Street, Trenton, NJ 08610	7-8	2.8 mi
Trenton Central High School 400 Chambers Street, Trenton, NJ 08611	10-12	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 1542 Princeton Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/30/2026

Sold

$305,000

-4.39%

MLS

12/03/2025

Listed

$319,000

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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.

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