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$1,399,000

562 Prospect Ave

Princeton, NJ
PENDING-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
2,788
Square Feet
0.65
Lot Size (acres)
1962
Year Built
68
Days On Market

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.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/16/2026
Listed By
Ingela Kostenbader, 6099025302 · Queenston Realty, LLC, 6099245353
MLS#
NJME2082210
Source
Bright
Status
PENDING-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
562 Prospect Ave, Princeton, NJ 08540
City
Princeton
County
Mercer
Neighborhood
RIVERSIDE
Zip Code
08540

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.5
Year Built
1962
Style
Ranch/Rambler
Construction Materials
Other
Building Area
2,788 sq. ft.
Foundation
Other
Levels
One
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Inside Entrance

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Central Vacuum, Cedar Closet(s)
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.65 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,788 sq. ft.
Total
2,788 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,399,000
Annual Taxes
$23,309

Schools

79/100
Princeton Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.6 mi
City
Princeton
Students
350
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
54% White · 33% Asian · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(609) 924-0575
76/100
Community Park School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Princeton
Students
406
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
57% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(609) 806-4230
59/100
Community Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 2.9 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
1,180
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
67% Asian · 21% White · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
6%
Phone
(609) 716-5300
57/100
Princeton Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Princeton
Students
780
Student body
47% White · 22% Asian · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(609) 806-4270
56/100
Riverside School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Princeton
Students
280
Student body
56% White · 13% Two or More Races · 12% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(609) 806-4260
56/100
J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 2.7 mi
City
Plainsboro
Students
334
Student body
71% Asian · 11% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
8%
Phone
(609) 716-5450
56/100
Johnson Park School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.9 mi
City
Princeton
Students
329
Student body
34% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 19% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
26%
Phone
(609) 806-4240
55/100
Princeton High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.3 mi
City
Princeton
Students
1,555
Student body
50% White · 26% Asian · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
10%
Phone
(609) 806-4280

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/19/2026Listed for sale$1,399,000

Listed by Ingela Kostenbader · Queenston Realty, LLC · 6099245353

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 16, 2026 at 7:17 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: NJME2082210

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