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  • $550,000

    41 Hillside Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540

    2beds
    1,020sqft
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    $3,906/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $550,000 Zestimate®
    $539/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private retreatGleaming hardwood floorsTwo well-proportioned bedroomsDining area
    Showings being Saturday 9/12 after the scheduled open house. Welcome to this adorable two-bedroom, one bath home, lovingly maintained and truly move-in ready. Step inside to a bright living room filled with an abundance of natural light, with gleaming hardwood floors that flows into a dining area, leading you into a kitchen with more space than you’d expect. This home full of character and ready for your personal touch. Back toward the front of the home, two well-proportioned bedrooms offer flexibility, one ideal as a primary suite, the other perfect as a nursery, kids’ room, home office, or workout space, along with a full bath. The basement provides plenty of storage space, and a one-car garage adds even more convenience. Step outside to your own private retreat. A beautiful deck perfect for entertaining, whether it’s cozy fall gatherings or long summer evenings with friends and family. There's also exciting potential for expansion and a fantastic opportunity for a growing family, or anyone looking to plant roots in the Princeton area. Just minutes from Nassau Street, you'll enjoy easy access to the shops, restaurants, and charm of downtown Princeton, with convenient proximity to both Princeton Junction train station and Rt1 for an easy commute. Seller to find suitable housing. Please send all offers and direct any questions to Brittany Ellington (co-listing agent)
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Patty Hogan 609-306-9189,

    Keller Williams Premier,

    Co-Listing Agent: Brittany Chinene Ellington 609-227-3177,

    Keller Williams Premier

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2082894MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Natural Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,020
      • Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,020
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, On Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.25 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 140080400005
      • Zoning: R4
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Princeton
      • Municipality: PRINCETON

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $539/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $361,600
      • Annual tax amount: $9,882
      • Date on market: 9/12/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $550,000

        $523,000 - $578,000

        $2,722/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/12/2026Listed for sale$550,000+89.7%$539/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #NJME2082894 Report a problem
        6/4/2009Sold$290,000-3.3%$284/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/4/2009Listed for sale$300,000$294/sqft
        Source: Active Website #5487160 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,032 $301,600
        2024$8,032 +9.2%$301,600
        2023$7,356 $301,600
        2022$7,356 +0.8%$301,600
        2021$7,299 +5.8%$301,600
        2020$6,900 +1.7%$301,600 +3.7%
        2019$6,784 +1.4%$290,900
        2018$6,691 +1.6%$290,900
        2017$6,586 +2.4%$290,900
        2016$6,435 +1.2%$290,900
        2015$6,356 +2.5%$290,900
        2014$6,199 +4.2%$290,900
        2013$5,949 +4.1%$290,900
        2012$5,716 +1.4%$290,900
        2011$5,635 +2.5%$290,900
        2010$5,496 +1.7%$290,900 +92%
        2009$5,402 +2.5%$151,500
        2008$5,272 +6.2%$151,500 +1.9%
        2007$4,967 $148,700
        2006-- $148,700
        2005-- $148,700
        2004$4,149 $148,700
        2003-- $148,700
        2002-- $148,700
        2001-- $148,700
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 08540

        Getting around

        39 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        48 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • 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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