304 Riverside Dr Princeton, NJ 08540
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,897
Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Riverside Elementary School Rated A
- Den
- Living Room
About This Home
As of October 2020Welcome to this classic colonial, close to Riverside Elementary School in the heart of the Riverside neighborhood in Princeton. The large living room, with its gas fireplace with wood surround, provides a wonderful space to relax, and the access from the slider to the paver patio and fenced-in yard beyond only accents its attractiveness. Open to the dining room, the space for entertaining is endless. The eat-in kitchen is well appointed. The granite counters atop white cabinetry are accented by the stainless steel appliances. A knee wall divides the kitchen and the family room, which is a nice spot to spend time. There is a three-season screened porch to the rear, which extends the living space and furthers the enjoyment of the yard. To complete the first floor there is an office, perfect for homework or working remotely. The four bedrooms on the second floor all have hardwood flooring, like most of the first. The master suite has a dressing area, which has great storage, and leads to the master bath, with its vanity sink and large shower. The other three bedrooms share a hall bath. There is an unfinished basement which is perfect for storage, and an attached two-car garage. The yard has mature plantings but is easy maintenance and is completely fenced in, great for pets! A wonderful location with easy accessibility to the local elementary school, Routes 27 and 1, downtown and the University. Make it your home today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Queenston Realty, LLC License #344850 Listed on: 08/28/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,883
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned R5
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Driveway Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Schools
- Riverside Elementary School
- John Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Riverside Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00003
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-07801-00003
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 13, 2020
Sold by
Hettena Daniel and Hettena Melissa
Bought by
Lee Jason D and Hu Di
Seller's Agent
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maura Mills
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,072,774
Premium/Discount to List
$73,774
7.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.71%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Outstanding Balance
$631,769
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$961,838
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2012
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Peterson Larry L and Lynn Peterson S
Bought by
Hettena Daniel and Hettena Melissa
Seller's Agent
Susan Gordon
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
Buyer's Agent
Robin Froehlich
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-5.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.07%
Original Mortgage
$595,000
Interest Rate
3.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 1998
Sold by
Rosenthal Howard
Bought by
Peterson Larry and Peterson Lynn S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Sale Deed | $1,072,774 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Deed | $850,000 | Agent For Westcor Land Title | |
| Deed | $500,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $680,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $595,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/24/2025 05/24/25 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | +39.7% | $517 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2020 10/09/20 | Sold | $1,072,774 | +7.4% | $370 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2020 09/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | For Sale | $999,000 | +17.5% | $345 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2013 01/25/13 | Sold | $850,000 | -5.5% | -- |
| 11/30/2012 11/30/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2012 11/30/12 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,133 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2023 | $22,133 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2022 | $21,411 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2021 | $21,473 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2020 | $21,306 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2019 | $20,883 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2018 | $20,531 | $880,400 | $553,000 | $327,400 |
| 2017 | $20,166 | $876,800 | $553,000 | $323,800 |
| 2016 | $19,851 | $876,800 | $553,000 | $323,800 |
| 2015 | $18,645 | $842,900 | $503,000 | $339,900 |
| 2014 | $18,417 | $842,900 | $503,000 | $339,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ingela Kostenbader
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ingela Kostenbader
Queenston Realty, LLC
(609) 902-5302
221 in this area
287 Total Sales
-
Maura Mills
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Maura Mills
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 947-5757
83 in this area
135 Total Sales
-
Susan Gordon
S
Seller's Agent in 2013
Susan Gordon
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
(609) 529-6044
1 Total Sale
-
Robin Froehlich
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Robin Froehlich
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
(609) 731-4498
21 in this area
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME301112
APN: 14-07801-0000-00003
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