562 Prospect Ave Princeton, NJ 08540
Princeton AreaEstimated payment $9,661/month
Highlights
- Rambler Architecture
- No HOA
- Cedar Closet
- Riverside Elementary School Rated A+
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
Welcome to this spacious home set on an oversized corner lot in Princeton’s desirable Riverside neighborhood. From the moment you enter, gleaming hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The generous living room features large windows framing a mature magnolia tree, alongside a landscaped garden, and a backdrop of neighboring trees that creates a serene, wooded outlook, while the adjacent dining room provides direct access to the expansive patio with a pizza oven—perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The property is further enhanced by an assortment of established fruit trees, including apple, cherry, pear, and peach, adding to the charm of the expansive outdoor setting.
At the heart of the home, the welcoming eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a comfortable step-down family room, creating an inviting space for everyday living and gatherings.
The well-designed layout offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms on one side of the home, while the opposite end features a private bedroom suite with its own full bath—perfect for guests, an au pair, or extended family. In total, the home features four full bathrooms and one half bath.
The spacious finished basement provides even more room to spread out and features a beautiful built-in wet bar, offering endless possibilities for a recreation room, home theater, gym, office, or entertaining space. A two-car garage adds convenience and ample storage.
Ideally located in the sought-after Riverside section of Princeton, this home combines generous living spaces, an oversized lot, mature landscaping, and a wonderful sense of privacy, all within walking distance of Riverside Elementary School. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in one of Princeton’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Listing Agent
(609) 924-5353 ingela@princetonhome.com Queenston Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 6099245353 License #344850 Listed on: 08/19/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,309
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 28,314 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R5
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4 Driveway Spaces
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Rambler Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,788 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Central Vacuum
- Alarm System
- Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Main Level Bedrooms
- Cedar Closet
Schools
- Riverside Elementary School
- John Witherspoon Middle School
- Princeton High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Riverside Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00001
- Assessor Parcel Number 14-05902-00001
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $23,310 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2025 | $23,310 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2024 | $21,442 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2023 | $21,442 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2022 | $20,743 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2021 | $20,802 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2020 | $20,640 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2019 | $20,231 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2018 | $19,890 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2017 | $19,617 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2016 | $19,310 | $852,900 | $565,000 | $287,900 |
| 2015 | $17,426 | $787,800 | $515,000 | $272,800 |
| 2014 | $17,213 | $787,800 | $515,000 | $272,800 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2026 08/19/26 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $502 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $424,101 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: NJME2082210
APN: 14-05902-0000-00001
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