Complete with a 2-car garage and a big backyard, it’s hard to believe this 1920’s charmer offering zip-everywhere convenience is available in Princeton! Tons of stores and services are right up the road from the quarter-acre, picket-fenced lot and Princeton High School and Middle School are both just over two miles away. Bluestone steps lead up to the portico entry. Inside, triple windows and a brick fireplace make the living room a welcoming spot to hang out, both day and night. Wood floors flow into the sizable dining room, which is just as comfortable for homework sessions and game nights as it is for lively meals. The kitchen, with stainless steel appliances and an easy-care stone floor, opens right out to the sunny backyard. You’ll find lots of extra built-in storage within the handy powder room, plus a full basement and walk-up attic ready to accommodate all your boxes and bins. Upstairs, three corner bedrooms with pretty glass doorknobs and breezy ceiling fans radiate from the roomy landing. The bathroom is nice and neutral, just like the rest of the interior. Double paned windows and central A/C enhance efficiency and comfort. There’s really no better value to be had in Princeton!
Sold for $755,000
$755,000
20 Hillside Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.26 Acres Lot
$760,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,819 Estimated rent
Home value
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$677,000 - $852,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara Blackwell 609-915-5000,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Bought with:
NON MEMBER, 0225194075
Non Subscribing Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2059172
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Wood, Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Marble, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Double Sink, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Features, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting
- Flooring: Wood, Tile/Brick
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Level, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 140080100007
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $755,000+2.7% |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2059172 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Pending sale | $735,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2059172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2025 | Contingent | $735,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2059172 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Price change | $735,000-3.9% |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2059172 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $765,000+82.1% |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2059172 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2011 | Sold | $420,000-4.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2011 | Price change | $439,900-2.2% |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Junction Office #5864195 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $449,900+34.5% |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Junction Office #5864195 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2004 | Sold | $334,500+55.7% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2000 | Sold | $214,900 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,358 | $351,400 |
| 2024 | $9,358 +9.2% | $351,400 |
| 2023 | $8,571 | $351,400 |
| 2022 | $8,571 +0.8% | $351,400 |
| 2021 | $8,504 +2% | $351,400 |
| 2020 | $8,335 +1.7% | $351,400 |
| 2019 | $8,195 +1.4% | $351,400 |
| 2018 | $8,082 +1.6% | $351,400 |
| 2017 | $7,956 +2.4% | $351,400 |
| 2016 | $7,773 +1.2% | $351,400 |
| 2015 | $7,678 +2.5% | $351,400 |
| 2014 | $7,488 +4.2% | $351,400 |
| 2013 | $7,186 +5.1% | $351,400 |
| 2012 | $6,836 +1.4% | $351,400 +1% |
| 2011 | $6,739 +12.9% | $347,900 |
| 2010 | $5,968 +1.7% | $347,900 +111.5% |
| 2009 | $5,866 +2.5% | $164,500 |
| 2008 | $5,725 +4.2% | $164,500 |
| 2007 | $5,494 | $164,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $164,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $164,500 |
| 2004 | $4,590 | $164,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $164,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $164,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $164,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Community Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Community Park E.s.
- Middle: John Witherspoon M.s.
- High: Princeton H.s.
- District: Princeton 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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