***Seller has received multiple offers and is asking for all best and final offers by Friday 6/5 at 10 AM***Nestled in Princeton’s historic Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood, 165 John Street offers 2-bedrooms & 1 full bath & presents a rare opportunity to create something truly special in one of the town’s most sought-after locations. Just moments from vibrant downtown Princeton, neighborhood parks, shopping, restaurants, Princeton University, and the award-winning Princeton Public Schools, the location offers exceptional walkability and a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to find. The home features a charming front porch and a layout full of potential and character. While the property will require updating and renovation, it offers an outstanding opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers looking to restore and personalize a home in a highly desirable historic neighborhood. Whether you envision a thoughtful renovation, expansion, or complete reimagining, the location alone makes this a compelling opportunity. Enjoy close proximity to Nassau Street, Community Park Pool, and the Princeton Public Library -- soaking in the cultural and architectural richness that defines Princeton living. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities at 165 John Street.
Under contract
Price cut: $30K (6/1)
$645,000
165 John St, Princeton, NJ 08540
2beds
882sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,999 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$731/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming front porch
- 36 days |
- 343 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ben Stentz 609-571-6978,
Smires & Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2077132
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry
Features
- Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 882
- Total interior livable area: 882 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 882
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,999 Square Feet
- Features: Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 111417.0370
- Zoning: R-4
- Zoning description: located in the Witherspoon-Jackson historic neighborhood and subject to municipal rules/regs regarding designated historic zones
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $731/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $333,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,101
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Sold As-is, As-seen
- Exclusions: Personal Effects
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2026 | Contingent | $645,000$731/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2077132 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $645,000-4.4%$731/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2077132 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000+56150%$765/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2077132 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2009 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Tri County #5538834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2009 | Price change | $1,200-29.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/6/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,700$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,868 | $333,000 |
| 2024 | $8,868 +9.2% | $333,000 |
| 2023 | $8,122 | $333,000 |
| 2022 | $8,122 +0.8% | $333,000 |
| 2021 | $8,059 +2% | $333,000 |
| 2020 | $7,899 +1.7% | $333,000 |
| 2019 | $7,766 +10.2% | $333,000 |
| 2018 | $7,050 +1.6% | $333,000 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $6,939 +2.4% | $306,500 |
| 2016 | $6,780 +1.2% | $306,500 |
| 2015 | $6,697 +6.6% | $306,500 |
| 2014 | $6,282 +1.3% | $306,500 |
| 2013 | $6,202 +3.3% | $306,500 |
| 2012 | $6,006 -8.4% | $306,500 |
| 2011 | $6,556 +39.3% | $306,500 +207.4% |
| 2009 | $4,706 +12.3% | $99,700 |
| 2008 | $4,189 +5.2% | $99,700 |
| 2007 | $3,981 | $99,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $99,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $99,700 |
| 2004 | $3,070 | $99,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $99,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $99,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $99,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Community Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Johnson Park
- Middle: John Witherspoon M.s.
- High: Princeton H.s.
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
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