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  • $1,425,400

    656 Prospect Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540

    4beds
    2,851sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1940
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $1,425,400 Zestimate®
    $500/sqft
    $5,541 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,425,400

    $1.31M - $1.55M

    $5,541/mo

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    What's special

    This well maintained Princeton colonial has been meticulously maintained and updated to suits today's needs. . Situated on a quiet spot on Prospect , this home has a large yard and lots of privacy due to the mature hedges and trees. The formal entry leads to the classic living room, with fireplace and built-in book cases either side. and access to the rear deck via a slider door. Just off the living room there is a bonus space, which also built- in book cases, great for an office, quiet space or play room. As with traditional colonials, the dining room is located on the other side of the foyer. Note the original features that still remain. The corner cabinet is original to the home as well as the wooden pelmets across the top of the windows. The kitchen is a delight! Carefully crafted cabinets sit below granite counters, the farmhouse style sink adds a little bit of country flair. The breakfast bar provides seating as well as a natural break to the family room beyond. Th e deck can be accessed from the slider in the family room. Note the beam atop of the vaulted cathedral ceiling. The charming window seat makes a perfect spot to sit and read. There is a also side door access to the drive way and garages . The master suite has two closets and a full bath. The three other bedrooms all share the hall bath room . The surprise in this home is the finihsed third floor, which is great bonus space. The three sides of built in shelving provides storage. Off this space is unfinished attic storage too. The basement is unfinished. There is a two car detached garage, two storage sheds and a workshop on the property. The large back yard is a delight. Located in Riverside neighborhood, it is a must see home!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Solar
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,851 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1405903000000023

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Princeton

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/6/2020Sold$959,000-1%$336/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    8/20/2020Listed for sale$969,000+12%$340/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors #NJME300448
    8/23/2013Sold$865,000-1.1%$303/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    6/13/2013Price change$875,000-2.7%$307/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors #6227870
    4/13/2013Price change$899,000-2.8%$315/sqft
    Source: Weichert Realtors #6185008

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$22,734 +1.8%$853,700 +1.8%
    2024$22,321 +9.2%$838,200
    2023$20,444 $838,200

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    Neighborhood: 08540

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: RIVERSIDE E.S.
    • Middle: JWMS
    • High: PRINCETON H.S.
    • District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

    Source: The 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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