Completely reimagined from top to bottom, this Old Elm Ridge Park Cape delivers a striking modern feel while still holding onto its warmth and personality. From the moment you arrive, the expansive new front porch and refreshed landscaping make a bold first impression, hinting at the level of detail and transformation found throughout the home. The kitchen has been renovated with a clean, tailored design. Soapstone counters, top-tier built-in appliances, a coffee bar with a beverage fridge, and a handcrafted peninsula make it a real showstopper. A custom pantry adds smart storage, while new lighting throughout the home highlights each space with care. Everyday living is easier with a newly built mudroom featuring heated floors, cubbies, and a sink, along with a nearby half bath. The laundry area has been relocated just outside the bedrooms and now features brand-new machines. The main level includes a private primary suite with generous closets and a 2025 bathroom with heated floors. Two additional bedrooms share another newly renovated bathroom (2026). Upstairs, you will find two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a dressing alcove. The finished basement adds flexible space for staying active, with room for both entertainment and a gym. Behind the scenes, major upgrades bring peace of mind. The home includes a new roof, windows, siding, upgraded electric service, a natural gas conversion, and a new A/C system with individual room splits for personalized comfort. A full-house generator and hard-wired security cameras add an extra layer of ease. Outside, the pool has been resurfaced and has a new heater. A pool house offers space for changing and relaxing, while landscape lighting on custom timers creates a warm glow in the evenings. The grounds also include a sauna, chicken coop, garden shed, and raised beds for growing your own herbs and vegetables. A new driveway and Andersen A-Series windows complete the long list of improvements. All of this comes together in a home that feels complete, cared for, and ready for what comes next, with easy access to Princeton, Pennington, Hopewell, and key commuting routes.
Sold for $1,646,000
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$1,646,000
16 Alta Vista Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540
5beds
3,570sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
1.38 Acres Lot
$1,646,000 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$7,810 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,646,000
$1.51M - $1.79M
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New drivewayHandcrafted peninsulaRefreshed landscapingExpansive new front porchSoapstone countersAndersen a-series windowsTop-tier built-in appliances
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbie McAuliffe 609-922-8686,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Bought with:
Alana Lutkowski, 1329332
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2076288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 21
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 294 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 21
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 19
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 26
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 648 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 X 27
Game room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 403 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 31
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 21
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 416 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 32
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Mud Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Upgraded Countertops, Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,570
- Total interior livable area: 3,570 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,570
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Breezeway, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 1.38 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0600043 0300008
- Zoning: R150
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic < # of BR
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Elm Ridge Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: HOPEWELL TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $786,100
- Annual tax amount: $25,556
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Ask Listing Agent.
- Exclusions: Ask Listing Agent.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Sold | $1,646,000+4.5%$461/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2076288 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $1,575,000$441/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Contingent | $1,575,000$441/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $1,575,000-7.1%$441/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $1,695,000-5.8%$475/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+133.8%$504/sqft |
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| 6/16/2020 | Sold | $770,000-1.9%$216/sqft |
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| 5/13/2020 | Pending sale | $785,000$220/sqft |
Source: Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty #NJME292696 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $785,000+31.1%$220/sqft |
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| 1/19/2004 | Sold | $598,750$168/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,905 +2.8% | $786,100 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $23,261 -0.6% | $764,900 |
| 2023 | $23,398 | $764,900 |
| 2022 | $23,398 +2.5% | $764,900 |
| 2021 | $22,832 +2.5% | $764,900 |
| 2020 | $22,274 +1.9% | $764,900 |
| 2019 | $21,861 +2.8% | $764,900 |
| 2018 | $21,264 +2.5% | $764,900 |
| 2017 | $20,752 +2.2% | $764,900 |
| 2016 | $20,308 +2.1% | $764,900 |
| 2015 | $19,887 +3.3% | $764,900 |
| 2014 | $19,245 +3.8% | $764,900 |
| 2013 | $18,549 +6.9% | $764,900 |
| 2012 | $17,356 -1.3% | $764,900 |
| 2011 | $17,586 -0.1% | $764,900 -6.1% |
| 2010 | $17,602 | $814,900 -4.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $854,900 |
| 2008 | $16,286 -0.5% | $854,900 |
| 2007 | $16,363 | $854,900 +99% |
| 2006 | -- | $429,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $429,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $429,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $429,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $429,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08540
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hopewell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Timberlane Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 6/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hopewell E.s.
- Middle: Timberlane M.s.
- High: Hoval
- District: Hopewell Valley Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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