Classic 1920's expanded colonial set on prestigious Springdale Road offers a rare combination of history, character and location. Once the home of Harold W. Dodds, the 15th President of Princeton University (1933-1957), the residence sits directly across from the Springdale Golf Course, with sweeping views of rolling fairways framed by Gothic towers of Princeton in the distance. Inside, timeless details enrich the formal living room with fireplace, the adjacent sunken library with built-ins and the formal dining room with French doors to the backyard. The kitchen was thoughtfully renovated and expanded in 2010 by Spyglass Kitchens , adding a sunny breakfast room with French doors to three bluestone patios-ideal for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. A front addition introduced a cozy den/home office with a powder room and side porch access creating even more versatile living space. Upstairs, four bedrooms and two full baths provide comfortable accommodations, while a walk-up attic offers flexible loft-style space and generous storage. A circular driveway, detached garage, and a large private backyard complete the setting. With classic bones and an updated kitchen, the home is move-in ready. The original bathrooms await a new vision, walls and ceilings are ready for a fresh update and the unfinished basement offers endless potential to tailor the home to your lifestyle. All of this is within walking distance of Princeton University, McCarter Theater, the public library, the dinky train station, acclaimed restaurants and the vibrant heart of downtown Princeton-making this a truly exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Princeton's history.
For sale
Price cut: $90K (11/29)
$1,755,000
160 Springdale Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
2,768sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
0.46 Acres Lot
$1,675,400 Zestimate®
$634/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sunny breakfast roomCircular drivewaySunken library with built-insPowder roomLarge private backyardGenerous storagePrestigious springdale road
- 82 days |
- 3,691 |
- 98 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 29, 2025 at 08:42am
Listed by:
Heidi A. Hartmann 609-658-3771,
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2065428
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Breakfast Room, Study, Loft, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 16
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Study
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,768
- Total interior livable area: 2,768 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,768
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Circular Driveway, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: No Thru Street
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 141060300013
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Institute Area
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $634/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,102,200
- Annual tax amount: $29,351
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Workbench And Shelving In Basement And Any Patio Ornaments.
- Exclusions: Fireplace Andirons.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,675,400
$1.59M - $1.76M
$6,527/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2025 | Price change | $1,755,000-4.9%$634/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2065428 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $1,845,000-7.5%$667/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065428 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000$721/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2065428 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,352 | $1,102,200 |
| 2024 | $29,352 +9.2% | $1,102,200 |
| 2023 | $26,883 | $1,102,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$12,740/mo
Principal & interest
$8894
Property taxes
$3232
Home insurance
$614
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Johnson Park SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Johnson Park
- Middle: Prin. Midd
- High: Princeton H.s.
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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