$657,000
SOLD APR 20, 2026

25 Palmer Square W Unit E Princeton, NJ 08542

1 Bed
1 Bath
635 Sq Ft
174 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 20, 2026

$1,035 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

44 on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • Community Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of April 2026

A rare opportunity to own a beautifully remodelled one-bedroom, one-bath flat filled with exceptional natural light and sweeping views of Palmer Square as well as the private courtyard. The open floor plan welcomes you with a gracious foyer with coat closet, leading to a spacious great room highlighted by a wall of windows and gleaming, newly refreshed hardwood floors. The thoughtfully designed kitchen is both stylish and efficient, featuring soapstone countertops, a deep stainless steel sink, abundant custom cabinetry and premium stainless steel appliances including a Miele cooktop, full-size Whirlpool built-in oven, brand new dishwasher, two under-counter refrigerator drawers and built-in shelving & wine storage. Additional upgrades include under-counter lighting, ceiling-mounted Bose speakers, and a curated mix of track, halogen, and pendant lighting throughout. The hall bath is elegantly appointed with a large pedestal sink, refinished tub with glass sliding doors, high-end towel racks and shelving and classic black-and-white tile flooring. The generous bedroom offers two closets with custom built-in shelving and drawers with views overlooking the Palmer Square green. Enjoy access to the private shared courtyard garden featuring a fountain, planters and lounge seating. Step outside to the vibrant lifestyle Palmer Square offers: coffee shops, ice cream parlours, luxury shops and boutiques, restaurants, yoga studios and Princeton University, including the new University Art Museum. Walkable access to train and bus service provides easy commuting and long-term covered public parking is conveniently located nearby. A truly special Palmer Square residence—stylish, turnkey, and ideally located.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Sherman

(609) 924-1600 wendy.merkovitz@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton Brokerage Phone: 6099241600 License #RS301524 Listed on: 01/31/2026

BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton

Last Buyer's Agent

Joan Eisenberg

(609) 951-8600 robertbrechka@remax.net RE/MAX Preferred Professional-Hillsborough License #9032740

RE/MAX Preferred Professional-Hillsborough

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,724

Year Built

  • Built in 1932 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

  • Downtown Location
  • East Facing Home
  • Property is in excellent condition

HOA Fees

  • $647 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 635 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Community Park Elementary School
  • John Witherspoon Middle School
  • Princeton High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Central Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 25.05
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-00020 08-00025 05-C25E

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,293 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include heat, water, trash, common area maintenance, insurance, management, snow removal
  • Palmer Square West Homeowners Association
  • Low-Rise Community
  • Palmer Square Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Common Area
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,724

Year Built

Built in 1932 | Remodeled in 2006

Lot Details

174 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$647 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Exclusions: Any personal items
  • Inclusions: All appliances, fixtures and blinds as exist
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 1/31/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Year Renovated: 2006
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Cooktop, Oven - Single
  • Entry Floor: 2
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Double Hung
  • Fireplace Features: Non-Functioning
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Common, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 635
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 635
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1015.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 635
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Slate
  • Spa: No
  • View: Courtyard, Park/Greenbelt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Central
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 646.54
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Laundry Facilities, Extra Storage, Common Grounds, Picnic Area
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Management, Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: PALMER SQUARE WEST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 1293.08

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: COMMUNITY PARK E.S.
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S.
  • Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.

Lot Info

  • Outdoor Living Structures: Terrace
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: CBCP
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: Dogs Ok, Cats Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10724.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-00020 08-00025 05-C25E
  • Tax Lot: 25.05
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2013
Closed on
Aug 16, 2013
Sold by
The Trustees Of Princeton University
Bought by
Freudenberg Robert W and Wiedemann Kristi L
Seller's Agent
Helen Sherman
BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Miriam Frankel
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$396,500
Premium/Discount to List
$1,500
0.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.06%
Original Mortgage
$341,000
Outstanding Balance
$290,977
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$367,650

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2012
Sold by
Hariri Robert J and Hariri Margaret
Bought by
The Trustees Of Princeton University

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2009
Sold by
Cotter Kevin M and Cotter Hope L
Bought by
Hariri Robert J and Hariri Margaret

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2004
Sold by
Den Besten Eric
Bought by
Cotter Kevin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$297,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $396,500 Empire Title And Abstract Ag
Deed -- None Available
Deed $430,000 Multiple
Deed $330,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $341,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $297,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/20/2026 04/20/26 Sold $657,000 +1.9% $1,035 / Sq Ft
03/16/2026 03/16/26 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2026 02/19/26 Price Changed $645,000 -3.0% $1,016 / Sq Ft
01/31/2026 01/31/26 For Sale $665,000 +67.7% $1,047 / Sq Ft
08/16/2013 08/16/13 Sold $396,500 +0.4% -- View Prior Sale
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2013 04/22/13 For Sale $395,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,450 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2024 $9,865 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2023 $9,865 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2022 $9,543 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2021 $9,571 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2020 $9,496 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2019 $9,308 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2018 $9,151 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2017 $9,025 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2016 $8,884 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2015 $8,680 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
2014 $8,574 $392,400 $273,600 $118,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJME2071830

Bright MLS

APN: 14-00020-08-00025-05-C25E

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