Set in Princeton’s desirable Riverside section, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath Cape offers timeless charm, comfortable living spaces, and a wonderful connection to the outdoors. A welcoming front porch sets the tone for this inviting home and provides the perfect place to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Step inside to gleaming hardwood floors and a thoughtfully designed floor plan that flows effortlessly from one space to the next. The spacious formal living room features a fireplace and opens to a screened-in back porch, creating an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The formal dining room flows naturally into the kitchen and conveniently located laundry room. Just beyond the kitchen, a large deck overlooks the mature and private backyard, providing an inviting setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or quiet evenings at home. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms share a full bathroom, while the landing features built-in cabinetry and a cozy nook with space for a chair—perfect for reading, homework, or a quiet retreat. The home also includes a one-car garage and a storage shed. Its exceptional location puts Princeton University, Riverside Elementary School, and downtown Princeton all within easy walking distance, offering the perfect combination of neighborhood charm, privacy, and everyday convenience.
For sale
$1,199,000
144 Sycamore Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
4beds
2,211sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$542/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One-car garageGleaming hardwood floorsWelcoming front porchScreened-in back porchFormal dining roomBuilt-in cabinetryStorage shed
- 14 days
- 2,931
- 123
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ingela Kostenbader 609-902-5302,
Queenston Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2082436
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,211
- Total interior livable area: 2,211 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,211
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140870600002
- Zoning: R5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
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: $542/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $737,200
- Annual tax amount: $20,147
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$542/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,632 | $737,200 |
| 2024 | $19,632 +10.7% | $737,200 |
| 2023 | $17,730 | $737,200 |
| 2022 | $17,730 +0.8% | $737,200 |
| 2021 | $17,590 +2.1% | $737,200 |
| 2020 | $17,236 +1.7% | $737,200 |
| 2019 | $16,942 +1.4% | $737,200 |
| 2018 | $16,706 +1.6% | $737,200 |
| 2017 | $16,440 +11.6% | $737,200 |
| 2016 | $14,732 +1.3% | $737,200 +8.8% |
| 2015 | $14,549 +2.6% | $677,300 |
| 2014 | $14,183 -3% | $677,300 -6.9% |
| 2013 | $14,623 +1.4% | $727,300 |
| 2012 | $14,421 -4.6% | $727,300 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $15,118 +19.8% | $746,600 -5.9% |
| 2010 | $12,618 +1.7% | $793,400 +128.1% |
| 2009 | $12,403 +2.5% | $347,800 |
| 2008 | $12,103 +5.2% | $347,800 +0.9% |
| 2007 | $11,510 | $344,600 +1.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $339,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $339,200 |
| 2004 | $9,214 | $339,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $339,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $339,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $339,200 |
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Neighborhood: 08540
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverside 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.







