12 Governors Ln

Princeton, NJ 08540

$1,225,000
Price
4
Beds
2,554 Sq. Ft.
$480 / Sq. Ft.
2,554
Sq. Ft.
$480
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Set within the architecturally distinguished Governors Lane community—thoughtfully inspired by Thomas Jefferson and the timeless design principles of University of Virginia—this elegant Georgian townhome offers an exceptional blend of classical proportions and sophisticated modern luxury, all just moments from downtown Princeton, shopping, dining, and the University. Spanning three beautifully finished levels with hardwood flooring throughout, the residence has been meticulously curated with extraordinary...Set within the architecturally distinguished Governors Lane community—thoughtfully inspired by Thomas Jefferson and the timeless design principles of University of Virginia—this elegant Georgian townhome offers an exceptional blend of classical proportions and sophisticated modern luxury, all just moments from downtown Princeton, shopping, dining, and the University. Spanning three beautifully finished levels with hardwood flooring throughout, the residence has been meticulously curated with extraordinary materials and bespoke craftsmanship. The chef’s Kitchen is a true showpiece featuring premium Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry handcrafted from American Black Walnut, a 48" dual-fuel Wolf range with custom 46" hood, polished black granite island, recessed lighting, and a dramatic statement chandelier creating both warmth and architectural presence. The second level is devoted to luxurious private living spaces, anchored by a spacious Primary Suite with fireplace, a stunning fully renovated Bath with frameless glass walk-in shower featuring rainfall and handheld systems, marble flooring and countertops, double vessel-sink vanity, and an exceptional custom walk-in closet with finely crafted built-ins, recessed lighting, and display spotlights. A second ensuite bedroom with generous closet space completes this level. The upper floor offers two additional spacious bedrooms, a beautifully appointed hall bath with stall shower, and two large walk-in closets with custom organizational systems. Designed equally for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the fully finished lower level is where the home truly comes alive. A private home theatre with ceiling-mounted projector, integrated speakers, and recessed lighting creates the ultimate cinematic experience, while additional flexible space with custom cabinetry and countertops is ideal for a home office, studio, or creative workspace. A dedicated wine storage closet offers the perfect setting for prized vintages, and the laundry area is conveniently located on this level as well. Just off the Kitchen, the private garden patio provides a serene outdoor retreat for dining, grilling, or quiet relaxation. A detached two-car garage with side entrance and automatic opener is ideally positioned adjacent to the garden. Quietly tucked within one of Princeton’s most admired in-town communities, yet only minutes to Nassau Street, Palmer Square, and Princeton University, this extraordinary residence offers refined living in an unparalleled location.
  1. Listed by Katherine T Pease • Weichert Realtors - Princeton
    P: (609)-577-6598 kpease@weichert.com

Property Details for 12 Governors Lane

Tax ID Number
14-05601-00014 12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
Yes
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Colonial, Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2026 07:13 PM

Property Details for 12 Governors Lane

StatusActive
MLS #NJME2077808
Days on Market4
Taxes$16,600 / year
HOA Fees$1,095 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1997
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
CountyMercer County
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Building Information for 12 Governors Lane

Stories3Residences-Year Built1997Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

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Property Information for 12 Governors Lane

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396175
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LITTLEBROOK E.S. (MERCER NJ)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: PRIN. MIDD (MERCER NJ)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S. (MERCER NJ)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: MERCER
  • MLS Area: Princeton (21114)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • HOA Name: CORNER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
  • HOA Phone: 973-376-3925
  • HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Ext Bldg Maint, Trash
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
  • Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $607,400
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $332,400
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $275,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: OR2
  • Tax Lot: 00014 12
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office, Half Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,554.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,554.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,554.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8049/6753/8314/804967538314_512_384_WM_Un2_YB_gWAUW9MhY.jpg
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 2143187
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Wood Floors, Wine Storage, Window Treatments, Walk-in Closet(s), Skylight(s), Recessed Lighting, Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Eat-In, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Gas, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Range Hood, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS

Property History for 12 Governors Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2077808

$1,225,000—
Aug 3, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #NJME312318

$815,000—
Aug 2, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1469476752

$815,000

+6.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2077808

$1,225,000
08/03/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #NJME312318

$815,000
08/02/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1469476752

$815,000

+6.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Governors Lane

Taxable ValueLand$275,000Additions$332,400Total$607,400
Tax Record2024$16,175 ($1,348 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,554 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,554 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997ZoningOR2CountyMERCERAPN14 05601-0000-00014- 12

Schools near 12 Governors Lane

This home is within Princeton Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Littlebrook School
Public - PK to 5
J Witherspoon Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Princeton High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Littlebrook School
PublicPK to 5

J Witherspoon Middle School
Public6 to 8

Princeton High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 12 Governors Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540

12 Governors Lane is a townhouse for sale in Princeton, NJ 08540. This property was listed for sale on May 29, 2026 by Weichert Realtors - Princeton, it's currently listed at $1,225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on August 3, 2021. This listing's school district is Princeton Public School District. Nearby schools include Littlebrook School, J Witherspoon Middle School and Princeton High School. 12 Governors Lane is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,554 sqft townhouse built in 1997.

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