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Townhouse for rent
  • $4,000/mo

    156 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540

    2beds
    1,084sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Townhouse
    Available Thu Jan 1 2026
    No pets
    Central air, electric
    Dryer in unit laundry
    Parking lot parking
    Natural gas, forced air

    What's special

    Detached basementSpacious flex roomSunny townhouse
    Charming, sunny townhouse for rent at 156 Mercer St in the heart of Princeton, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, plus a spacious flex room upstairs (that could potentially serve as a 3rd bedroom), a detached basement for extra storage and washer/dryer, and one designated parking space. Enjoy this premium, quiet, historic neighborhood just steps from Marquand Park and Princeton University - walk into town and experience the shops, library, and wonderful restaurants that make Princeton special. Currently tenant occupied, available for move-in starting January 1, 2026 (December occupancy may be possible). Pets considered on a case-by-case basis. Perfect for anyone seeking convenience and classic Princeton style in an unbeatable location, including families looking for top-rated Princeton public schools (Johnson Park is the assigned elementary school).
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 18, 2025 at 09:11pm

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Dryer In Unit, In Basement, In Unit, Washer In Unit
    Features
    • Has basement: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,084 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Parking Lot
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Contact manager
    Details
    • Parcel number: 140003900000100022

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1900

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Princeton

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/27/2025Listed for rent$4,000+6.7%$4/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #NJME2068966
    9/22/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager
    8/23/2022Listed for rent$3,750$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager
    4/7/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Network_1
    2/28/2022Listed for rent$3,750$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 #NJME2012812

    Neighborhood: 08540