562 Prospect Ave

Princeton, NJ 08540
  • $1,399,000

    Price
  • 5

    Bed
  • 5

    Bath
  • 2,788

    SqFt

About the Listing MJLM01 - 3151493

Welcome to this spacious home set on an oversized corner lot in Princeton’s desirable Riverside neighborhood. From the moment you enter, gleaming hardwood floors and abundant natural light create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The generous living room features large windows framing a mature magnolia tree, alongside a landscaped garden, and a backdrop of neighboring trees that creates a serene, wooded outlook, while the adjacent dining room provides direct access to the expansive patio with a pizza oven—perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The property is further enhanced by an assortment of established fruit trees, including apple, cherry, pear, and peach, adding to the charm of the expansive outdoor setting. At the heart of the home, the welcoming eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a comfortable step-down family room, creating an inviting space for everyday living and gatherings. The well-designed layout offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms on one side of the home, while the opposite end features a private bedroom suite with its own full bath—perfect for guests, an au pair, or extended family. In total, the home features four full bathrooms and one half bath. The spacious finished basement provides even more room to spread out and features a beautiful built-in wet bar, offering endless possibilities for a recreation room, home theater, gym, office, or entertaining space. A two-car garage adds convenience and ample storage. Ideally located in the sought-after Riverside section of Princeton, this home combines generous living spaces, an oversized lot, mature landscaping, and a wonderful sense of privacy, all within walking distance of Riverside Elementary School. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in one of Princeton’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Listing Highlights

Status Active
Days on Site 6
Property Type Residential
MLS ® NJME2082210
Year Built 1962
Total Square Footage 2,788
Lot/Acreage 0.65
County Mercer
Neighborhood Riverside
School District Princeton Regional Schools
Elementary School Riverside E.S.
Middle School John Witherspoon M.S.
High School Princeton H.S.

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full / 1 Half
  • Appliances:
  • Air Cond: Central A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplaces:
  • Floor:
  • Above Ground Sq Ft: 2788
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement: Fully Finished
  • Other: Central Vacuum,Cedar Closet(s),Main Floor Bedrooms: 5
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Not New Construction,Horse Property: No
  • Garage Capacity: 2 car
  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Zoning: R5
  • Roof:
  • Others:
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Parking Features: Garage - Side Entry,Inside Access,Garage Door Opener,Attached Garage,Driveway,4+ Spaces,3+ Spaces,2+ Spaces,1+ Spaces

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $23,309
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: N/A
  • Tax Year: 2025

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