562 Prospect Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540
Local realty services provided by:ERA OakCrest Realty, Inc.
Listed by: ingela kostenbader
Office: queenston realty, llc.
MLS#:NJME2082210
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$501.79
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1962
- Subdivision & Development:RIVERSIDE
- Listing ID #:NJME2082210
- Added:45 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 04, 2026 at 08:13 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:1
- Kitchen Description:Cedar Closet(s)
- Bedroom Description:Cedar Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Fully Finished
- Living area:2,788 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1962
- Building area:2,788 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.65 Acres
- Architectural Style:Ranch/Rambler
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:PRINCETON H.S.
- Middle school:JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S.
- Elementary school:RIVERSIDE E.S.
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,399,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$501.79
- Tax amount:$23,309 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Cedar Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Electric Alarm
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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