As an end unit with fantastic natural light, easy extra parking and a modernized floor plan courtesy of the experts at Lasley Brahaney, this Governors Lane townhouse is a superior offering. A path to the formal entry invites guests into the foyer, while the garage leads to a private brick courtyard, the perfect outdoor oasis right off the kitchen. Walls were strategically removed to open up the most used areas of the home, giving the cook an opportunity to socialize while working at the island. Use the adjoining space as a dining or sitting area. There’s still plenty more space for formal meals and entertaining in the nearby living room, full of beautiful traditional features. An open staircase lined with wainscotting leads down to the finished lower level, where a cedar closet is hidden within one of the generous storage rooms. While the second floor is cleverly designed for flexibility, it serves perfectly as a comprehensive primary suite with lovely sunrise views, the luxury of two marble-tiled full bathrooms separated by a long corridor of custom closets, and an inviting study. Hardwood floors in nice condition run all the way up to the top level, where a roomy full bath stands conveniently between two big bedrooms, both with walk-in closets. Not only is this townhome in the perfect spot within the Governors Lane community, it also enjoys quick access to Princeton Shopping Center, schools, parks and town!
Sold for $1,260,000
$1,260,000
8 Governors Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
--sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1996
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,269,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,810 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,269,000
$1.15M - $1.40M
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Modernized floor planFinished lower levelBeautiful traditional featuresInviting studyHardwood floorsEnd unitGenerous storage rooms
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Listed by:
Maura Mills 609-947-5757,
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Bought with:
Alana Lutkowski, 1329332
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2067170
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Bathroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 16
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 19
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 X 24
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 22
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Marble, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140560100014 08
- Zoning: OR2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Condo and coop fee: $1,095 monthly
- Subdivision: Governors Lane
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $748,700
- Annual tax amount: $19,937
- Date on market: 10/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $1,260,000+0.8% |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2067170 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,250,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2067170 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Contingent | $1,250,000 |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2067170 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+64.5% |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2067170 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2014 | Sold | $760,000-2.4% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2014 | Listed for sale | $779,000-8.4% |
Source: Weidel Realtors #6341040 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2012 | Listing removed | $4,800 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Princeton Office #6035770 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2012 | Listed for rent | $4,800 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #6035770 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2005 | Sold | $850,000+63.5% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/1999 | Sold | $520,000+14.9% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/1996 | Sold | $452,546 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,938 | $748,700 |
| 2024 | $19,938 +9.2% | $748,700 |
| 2023 | $18,261 | $748,700 |
| 2022 | $18,261 +0.8% | $748,700 |
| 2021 | $18,119 +2% | $748,700 |
| 2020 | $17,759 +1.7% | $748,700 |
| 2019 | $17,460 +2% | $748,700 |
| 2018 | $17,114 +1.6% | $748,700 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $16,846 +2.4% | $744,100 |
| 2016 | $16,459 -2.1% | $744,100 |
| 2015 | $16,805 -2.1% | $744,100 -3.3% |
| 2014 | $17,169 +4.2% | $769,100 -4.5% |
| 2013 | $16,477 +4.1% | $805,700 |
| 2012 | $15,832 +1.4% | $805,700 |
| 2011 | $15,606 -4.2% | $805,700 |
| 2010 | $16,297 +1.7% | $805,700 +79.4% |
| 2009 | $16,019 +2.5% | $449,200 |
| 2008 | $15,632 +4.2% | $449,200 |
| 2007 | $15,003 | $449,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $449,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $449,200 |
| 2004 | $12,533 | $449,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $449,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $449,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $449,200 |
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Neighborhood: 08540
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Littlebrook SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Littlebrook E.s.
- Middle: Princeton
- 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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