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Homes for Sale in Downtown Princeton NJ

Downtown Princeton offers one of the area's most distinctive lifestyles, combining residential neighborhoods with convenient access to Nassau Street, Palmer Square, Princeton University, restaurants, shops, cultural attractions and everyday amenities.

For buyers looking for a walkable Princeton location, homes in and around Downtown Princeton can provide the opportunity to enjoy much of town without relying on a car for every outing.

Living in Downtown Princeton

Downtown Princeton is not a single subdivision or defined housing development. Instead, it includes a mix of residential streets and neighborhoods surrounding Princeton's central business district and university campus.

Housing varies considerably depending on location and can include historic houses, renovated older homes, condominiums, townhomes and larger residences on nearby residential streets. Buyers may also encounter very different lot sizes, architectural styles and parking arrangements from one property to another.

For many buyers, the defining feature is proximity. Depending on the property's location, destinations such as Nassau Street, Palmer Square, Princeton University, Princeton Public Library, restaurants, coffee shops and local businesses may be within walking distance.

Downtown Princeton Real Estate

Homes close to Downtown Princeton represent a specialized part of the local real estate market. Location within a few blocks can make a meaningful difference in setting, walkability, property type and price, so it is useful to compare individual properties rather than treating Downtown Princeton as one uniform neighborhood.

The WolfPack Homes Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach helps buyers evaluate Downtown Princeton properties as well as nearby Princeton neighborhoods, condominiums and townhomes.

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Want to expand your search beyond Downtown? Explore Princeton NJ homes for sale for current listings throughout Princeton, or browse Princeton condos and townhomes for sale.

Featured Downtown Princeton Hot Properties

44 Nassau St Unit D, Princeton image
44 Nassau St Unit D, Princeton $400,000

There’s something undeniably appealing about having a place of your own right in the middle of Princeton, especially when that address is 44 Nassau Street! Behind the ele...

  • 1 Baths
  • NJME2085432 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
116 1/2 Leigh Ave, Princeton image
116 1/2 Leigh Ave, Princeton $775,000

*Professional photos and power washing to be completed before listing goes live* This beautifully renovated freshly painted four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath duplex off...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2083716 MLS
  • COMING SOON Status
43 Palmer Square W Unit F, Princeton image
43 Palmer Square W Unit F, Princeton $485,000

A Rare Opportunity in Historic Palmer Square! Enjoy the best of downtown Princeton from this charming expansive penthouse studio in the heart of Palmer Square. Step outs...

  • 1 Baths
  • NJME2085102 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
370 Franklin Ave, Princeton image
370 Franklin Ave, Princeton $1,425,000

A fantastic Littlebrook location and more space than meets the eye, both inside and out, make this modernized home a must-see. The highlight is an expansion by architect...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2083694 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
60 Battle Rd, Princeton image
60 Battle Rd, Princeton $1,868,000

As one of Princeton’s most captivating and stunning streets, its allure is only heightened by being a stone's throw away from the scenic campus and wooded trails of the I...

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2083686 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
41 Chestnut St, Princeton image
41 Chestnut St, Princeton $1,100,000

Ideally situated just moments from Nassau Street, Princeton University, local shops, restaurants and schools, this well-maintained twin offers the convenience and charact...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NJME2084316 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
87 Leavitt Ln, Princeton image
87 Leavitt Ln, Princeton $1,699,000

This distinctive, meticulously maintained Colonial combines thoughtful design, exceptional craftsmanship, and energy-efficient living in the Littlebrook area. The welcomi...

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • NJME2084314 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
91 Linden Ln, Princeton image
91 Linden Ln, Princeton $939,000

Relish an in-town lifestyle at this updated vintage home perfectly situated just two blocks from Nassau Street dining and two blocks from Princeton’s highly regarded high...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NJME2084068 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
22 Oakland St, Princeton image
22 Oakland St, Princeton $859,000

Built by its one and only owner this custom Princeton home is ready for its next chapter. Close to Princeton Middle School, Princeton High School and the Princeton Shoppi...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NJME2082450 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
21 Morven Pl, Princeton image
21 Morven Pl, Princeton $4,250,000

On one of the quieter Western Section streets, where grand architecture meets leafy sidewalks and town is just steps away, this exceptional turn-of-the-century Center Hal...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • NJME2083794 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
20 Boudinot St, Princeton image
20 Boudinot St, Princeton $3,950,000

Set on a quiet block in Princeton’s storied Western Section, just at the edge of downtown, this enchanting English manor is the house everyone seems to point out as their...

  • 6 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • NJME2083760 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
41 Quarry St, Princeton image
41 Quarry St, Princeton $495,000 ▼

None

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • NJME2082848 MLS
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
8 Turner Ct, Princeton image
8 Turner Ct, Princeton $1,540,000

There's more here than meets the eye. This classic Colonial Cape Cod offers an unexpectedly spacious interior with six bedrooms, four full baths, a first-floor study, an ...

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2082392 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
1 Markham Rd Unit 1D, Princeton image
1 Markham Rd Unit 1D, Princeton $838,000

Rare In-Town Luxury Condo with Garden Views & Two-Car Garage Live the Princeton lifestyle in this exceptional and rarely available 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom luxury condo, ide...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NJME2081806 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
15 Hillside Rd, Princeton image
15 Hillside Rd, Princeton $1,950,000 ▼

Nestled in one of Princeton's most sought-after in-town neighborhoods, 15 Hillside Road offers the rare combination of timeless architecture, modern luxury, and exception...

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2081228 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
3 Palmer Sq W Unit D, Princeton image
3 Palmer Sq W Unit D, Princeton $849,000 ▼

Princeton Living at Its Finest in Palmer Square - Wake up to views of the Princeton University campus and venture outside to the charm and convenience of Palmer Square. ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • NJME2079110 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton image
248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton $1,199,000 ▼

Newly updated across three levels, yet still a perfect fit along the charming in-town street where period homes flaunt deep front porches and sidewalks lead the way to sc...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2080974 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
38 Pardoe Rd, Princeton image
38 Pardoe Rd, Princeton $2,760,000 ▼

There are homes that make an impression, and then there are homes that seem to exist in a world entirely their own. Beyond a gated entrance on a quiet Western Section st...

  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • NJME2080330 MLS
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
21 Grover Ave, Princeton image
21 Grover Ave, Princeton $960,000 ▼

Nestled on one of Littlebrook's most picturesque, tree-lined streets, 21 Grover Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a classic Princeton Cape Cod in one of the town'...

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • NJME2080506 MLS
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
177 Terhune Rd, Princeton image
177 Terhune Rd, Princeton $2,080,000 ▲

• ONLY A FEW YEARS OLD and BARELY LIVED-IN • 6 BEDROOMS • 4½ BATHS • WALK-OUT BASEMENT WITH FULL BATHROOM AND ADDITTIONAL BEDROOM • TOTAL FINISHED LIVING AREA 4181 SQ FEE...

  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • NJME2080332 MLS
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
240 Library Pl, Princeton image
240 Library Pl, Princeton $3,675,000

On a corner lot in the heart of the famous Western Section, a mere half-mile from bustling downtown and Princeton University's world-class campus, astonishing artistry an...

  • 7 Beds
  • 8 Baths
  • NJME2078410 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
176 Westcott Rd, Princeton image
176 Westcott Rd, Princeton $1,750,000

Three floors, three distinct ways to live, and a lower level that works as a second home. The walkout in-law suite has its own private entrance: a curved exposed-brick gr...

  • 4 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • NJME2078302 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
130 John St, Princeton image
130 John St, Princeton $970,000 ▼

Calling all Investors, great location and a mere two-minute walk to the Heart of Downtown Princeton, Library, Shopping and a Multitude of Bars and Restaurants. Great ...

  • NJME2078320 MLS
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
85 Westcott Rd, Princeton image
85 Westcott Rd, Princeton $1,900,000

Tucked into a surprisingly serene pocket of Princeton’s Western Section, this home feels worlds away, yet town is just moments beyond the trees. A magical woodland settin...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2077940 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton image
248 Hawthorne Ave, Princeton $1,199,000 ▼

Newly updated across three levels, yet still a perfect fit along the charming in-town street where period homes flaunt deep front porches and sidewalks lead the way to sc...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2077620 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
190 Bayard Ln, Princeton image
190 Bayard Ln, Princeton $1,349,999 ▼

Completely transformed, top to bottom, with all the state-of-the-art extras you never knew you needed, this solid brick home features sleek modern design and a flexible f...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2076804 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
10 Willow Ct Unit HOMESITE 35, Princeton image
10 Willow Ct Unit HOMESITE 35, Princeton $1,565,745 ▼

None

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2076086 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
1 Pecan Ct Unit HOMESITE 41, Princeton image
1 Pecan Ct Unit HOMESITE 41, Princeton $1,560,000

None

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2076048 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
6 Willow Ct Unit HOMESITE 33, Princeton image
6 Willow Ct Unit HOMESITE 33, Princeton $1,556,625 ▼

None

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2076046 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
9 Pecan Ct Unit HOMESITE #45, Princeton image
9 Pecan Ct Unit HOMESITE #45, Princeton $1,537,826 ▲

None

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • NJME2075728 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
44 Armour Rd, Princeton image
44 Armour Rd, Princeton $4,000,000 ▼

On a beautifully landscaped lot, where majestic trees provide cooling shade and natural privacy, this chic modern home custom built in 2021 is a serene escape from the ou...

  • 5 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • NJME2074844 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
20 Paul Robeson Pl, Princeton image
20 Paul Robeson Pl, Princeton $2,625,000

Stunning, one-of-a-kind townhome in downtown Princeton's prestigious Residences at Palmer Square. The first floor features living and dining spaces, plus a chef's kitchen...

  • 3 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • NJME2021088 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
722 Avery Ln, Princeton image
722 Avery Ln, Princeton $3,399,000

With a lofty feel, southern exposure and a quietly tucked-away position, this like-new townhouse feels refreshingly different from most of its Residences at Palmer Square...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2056372 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status
721 Avery Ln, Princeton image
721 Avery Ln, Princeton $3,399,000

With a view of The Arts Council’s vibrant mural and festive lighting, this like-new Residences at Palmer Square townhouse basks in the buzz of city living. It is literall...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NJME2056362 MLS
  • ACTIVE Status

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