Set just across from scenic Carnegie Lake in Princeton’s coveted Riverside neighborhood, this thoughtfully rebuilt 2007 colonial split blends architectural character (Peter Morgan, architect) with an uplifting, light-filled design. Inside, soaring vaulted and beamed ceilings define the home’s inviting main living spaces. The open living and dining area flows effortlessly into the expansive eat-in kitchen which echoes the same airy volume—complete with a large center island, a Wolf six-burner range and commercial grade appliances enhanced by granite counters, a charming breakfast nook with a window seat. The entire kitchen is surrounded by walls of glass-front and open shelving cabinetry that adds both style and function for storage and collection displays. The generously sized sunken family room creates a natural gathering space, anchored by two sets of French doors that open to the patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. An interior French door reveals a stunning 2011 addition consisting of a window-wrapped study crowned by a cupola—an inspiring retreat that easily doubles as a private in-law suite, with an adjacent full bath and a bedroom tucked just beyond for privacy, featuring skylights and vaulted ceilings. The home’s signature design element—a dramatic, open staircase—serves as both a visual and functional centerpiece, rising through the heart of the home and culminating in skylights above. This architectural design was intentional to allow connections to each level while enhancing natural light and creating a sense of openness rarely found in multi-level living. The varied levels themselves offer a unique advantage for distinct spaces that provide privacy, flexibility, and separation without sacrificing flow. Additional highlights include a versatile fifth bedroom on the main level with a full bath, a well-appointed mudroom with built-ins, and access to an unfinished basement. Upstairs, a cozy library with custom shelving leads to the serene primary suite with vaulted ceilings, a spa-like bath featuring a oversized air jet-tub with Chromatherapy and a heated back rest, an oversize shower and private water closet. The uppermost level offers two additional bedrooms which share a full bath and laundry room at the end of the hall. With a two-car attached garage, a privately fenced backyard and patio, and a location just moments from Riverside Elementary School and Princeton University, this home offers a rare combination of character, light, and livability in one of the area's most desirable settings.
Under contract
$2,345,000
620 Lake Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540
5beds
4,005sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.45 Acres Lot
$2,300,900 Zestimate®
$586/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car attached garageWell-appointed mudroom with built-insExpansive eat-in kitchenLarge center islandWolf six-burner rangeCommercial grade appliancesGranite counters
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heidi A. Hartmann 609-658-3771,
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2076480
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Library, Foyer, Study, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 19
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 18
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 15
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 18
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 24
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 8
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Lower
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 8
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 8
Kitchen
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Counters, Double Sink, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Pendants
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 22
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Library
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 15
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 18
Mud room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Study
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Exposed Beams, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,005
- Total interior livable area: 4,005 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,005
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Three and One Half
- Stories: 3.5
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140880400004
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Riverside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $586/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,054,400
- Annual tax amount: $28,816
- Date on market: 5/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: All Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler, Gas Range And Hood.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$2,300,900
$2.19M - $2.42M
$7,807/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Contingent | $2,345,000$586/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2076480 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,345,000+11.7%$586/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Sold | $2,100,000-2.3%$524/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2040372 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2024 | Pending sale | $2,150,000$537/sqft |
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| 3/21/2024 | Contingent | $2,150,000$537/sqft |
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| 3/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+21.1%$537/sqft |
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| 7/28/2021 | Sold | $1,775,000-6%$443/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME307480 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2020 | Listing removed | $1,888,000$471/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Office #NJME291428 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,888,000$471/sqft |
Source: CB Residential Brkg-Princeton #NJME291428 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2020 | Listing removed | $1,888,000$471/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Office #NJME291428 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,888,000+177.6%$471/sqft |
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| 9/13/2005 | Sold | $680,000$170/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,079 +0.8% | $1,054,400 +0.8% |
| 2024 | $27,847 +9.2% | $1,045,700 |
| 2023 | $25,505 | $1,045,700 |
| 2022 | $25,505 +0.8% | $1,045,700 |
| 2021 | $25,306 +2% | $1,045,700 |
| 2020 | $24,804 +1.7% | $1,045,700 |
| 2019 | $24,386 +1.4% | $1,045,700 |
| 2018 | $24,051 +1.6% | $1,045,700 |
| 2017 | $23,675 +10.2% | $1,045,700 |
| 2016 | $21,492 +1.2% | $1,045,700 +7.6% |
| 2015 | $21,229 +2.5% | $971,600 |
| 2014 | $20,705 +3.1% | $971,600 -4.9% |
| 2012 | $20,075 +7% | $1,021,600 +8.2% |
| 2011 | $18,768 +1.4% | $943,900 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $18,517 +1.7% | $968,900 +89.8% |
| 2009 | $18,201 +2.5% | $510,400 |
| 2008 | $17,762 +4.2% | $510,400 |
| 2007 | $17,047 | $510,400 +64.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $310,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $310,800 |
| 2004 | $8,671 | $310,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $310,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $310,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $310,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Riverside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverside E.s.
- Middle: Prin. Midd
- High: Princeton H.s.
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
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