156 Mercer St

1,084 Sq. Ft.
$48 / Sq. Ft.
1,084
Sq. Ft.
$48
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover effortless living in this charming, just renovated 2-bedroom, 1-flex room and 1.5-bath townhouse at 156 Mercer Street in the desirable Institute Area of Princeton. With new bathrooms and updated kitchen, this sunny home offers classic Princeton character with modern comfort, including a basement with washer/dryer and generous additional storage, Nestled in a quiet, historic neighborhood just steps from beautiful Marquand Park and the Arboretum, 156 Mercer is perfect for those who value walkability...Discover effortless living in this charming, just renovated 2-bedroom, 1-flex room and 1.5-bath townhouse at 156 Mercer Street in the desirable Institute Area of Princeton. With new bathrooms and updated kitchen, this sunny home offers classic Princeton character with modern comfort, including a basement with washer/dryer and generous additional storage, Nestled in a quiet, historic neighborhood just steps from beautiful Marquand Park and the Arboretum, 156 Mercer is perfect for those who value walkability and proximity to intellectual and cultural hubs. Princeton University’s campus is moments away—ideal for researchers, postdocs, or faculty who want to stroll to labs, libraries, or lectures. Head the other direction and you’re walking into the heart of downtown Princeton for vibrant shops, the public library, theater, and an array of excellent restaurants and cafes that define this special town. The Princeton Dinky station is an easy walk, giving you seamless access to Princeton Junction and the Northeast Corridor for quick trips to New York, Philadelphia, or beyond. Need everyday shopping? Route 1’s retail corridor and major stores are also conveniently a short ride away. Unbeatable convenience in a premium location with a verdant backyard and designated parking. Experience classic Princeton style with modern updates in one of the most walkable and connected spots in town. Perfect for the young professional or researcher seeking both serenity and centrality. Come and see it before it's gone.
  1. Listed by Galina Peterson • BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
    P: (908)-227-9044 galina.peterson@foxroach.com

Property Details for 156 Mercer Street

Tax ID Number
14-00039 01-00022
Ownership
Other
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Contemporary
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/22/2026 10:47 PM

Property Details for 156 Mercer Street

StatusActive
MLS #NJME2079488
Days on Market12
Pet PolicyAllowed
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date06/23/2026
Lease Term-
Furnished-
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Other
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,056 SF
CountyMercer County

Location

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Building Information for 156 Mercer Street

Building/Complex156 Mercer StFloor-Stories2Residences-Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsNo PetsYear Built1900Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,056 SF

Property Information for 156 Mercer Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396175
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK (MERCER NJ)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: PRINCETON (MERCER NJ)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: PRINCETON H.S. (MERCER NJ)
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: R1MP
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Date Available: 06-23-2026
  • Security Deposit: $2
  • Minimum Lease in Months: 12
  • Maximum Lease in Months: 36
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Office
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,084.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 2140314
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot
  • Parking Lot - # of Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS

Property History for 156 Mercer Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2079488

$4,300
Apr 27, 2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2068966

$4,000
Apr 26, 2026

Expired

BRIGHT #NJME2068966

$4,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #NJME2079488

$4,300
04/27/2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #NJME2068966

$4,000
04/26/2026

Expired

BRIGHT #NJME2068966

$4,000

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Schools near 156 Mercer Street

This home is within Princeton Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Johnson Park 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.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

156 Mercer Street is available for rent in Princeton, NJ 08540. This property was listed on June 22, 2026 by BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton, it's currently listed at $4,300. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last rented on May 1, 2022. This listing's school district is Princeton Public School District. Nearby schools include Johnson Park School, J Witherspoon Middle School and Princeton High School. 156 Mercer Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,084 sqft a property built in 1900.

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