304 Riverside Dr
Description
Situated in the heart of Princeton’s prestigious Riverside section, this timeless Colonial residence combines classic charm with modern functionality. Set on a generous, level lot, the home is just a short walk to Riverside Elementary School and the Princeton University campus — offering a rare blend of tranquility, community, and convenience. The main level features a beautifully proportioned floor plan tailored for both comfortable everyday...Elegant Colonial in Princeton’s Coveted Riverside Neighborhood
Situated in the heart of Princeton’s prestigious Riverside section, this timeless Colonial residence combines classic charm with modern functionality. Set on a generous, level lot, the home is just a short walk to Riverside Elementary School and the Princeton University campus — offering a rare blend of tranquility, community, and convenience. The main level features a beautifully proportioned floor plan tailored for both comfortable everyday living and elegant entertaining. The sun-filled living room with sliding doors leading out to the back yard, offers a stunning marble fireplace as its center piece. A formal dining room sets the stage for memorable gatherings, while the updated kitchen — complete with a center island, sleek finishes, and abundant storage — opens seamlessly to a welcoming family room, perfect for relaxed moments. A versatile first-floor office provides a quiet retreat for work or study, complemented by a full bathroom for added flexibility. At the rear of the home, a delightful sunroom with backyard access creates a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, ideal for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms include a tranquil primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and a private en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms share a well-appointed full bathroom, offering comfort and space for family and guests. The expansive, unfinished basement presents a blank canvas with endless possibilities — from a home gym or media room to additional living quarters or creative studio. With its timeless architecture, generous proportions, and unbeatable location in one of Princeton’s most desirable neighborhoods, this Riverside gem offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Princeton living.
- Listed by Ingela Kostenbader • Queenston Realty, LLCP: (609)-902-5302 ingela@princetonhome.com
Property Details for 304 Riverside Drive
Property Details for 304 Riverside Drive
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | NJME2060070 |
| Days on Market | 11 |
| Taxes | $23,445 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1970 |
| Lot Size | 0.53 AC / 23,087 SF |
| County | Mercer County |
Location
Sold By Queenston Realty, LLC
Building Information for 304 Riverside Drive
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1Property Information for 304 Riverside Drive
- School District Name: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 300200396175
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: RIVERSIDE E.S. (MERCER NJ)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: JOHN WITHERSPOON M.S. (MERCER NJ)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: PRINCETON H.S. (MERCER NJ)
- HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: MERCER
- MLS Area: Princeton (21114)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $880,400
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $327,400
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $553,000
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 0
- Zoning: R5
- Tax Lot: 00003
- School Tax: $0
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,897.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 2,897.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Other
- Basement Type: Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 2145194
- Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Marble, Wood
- Accessibility Features: None
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://tour.vht.com/434464931/304-riverside-dr-princeton-nj-08540/3dtour
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- 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
- List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: www.princetonhome.com
Property History for 304 Riverside Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | $1,640,000 | — |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1911300263 | $1,640,000 | +9.4% / yr |
| May 30, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | — | |
| May 30, 2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | — | |
| May 24, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | $1,499,000 | — |
| Oct 13, 2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #682075294 | $1,072,774 | +3.1% / yr |
| Oct 9, 2020 | Closed BRIGHT #NJME301112 | $1,072,774 | — |
| Sep 3, 2020 | Pending BRIGHT #NJME301112 | — | |
| Aug 28, 2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJME301112 | $999,000 | — |
| Jan 25, 2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #348483568 | $850,000 | — |
| Jan 25, 2013 | Closed BRIGHT #1004181158 | $850,000 | — |
| Nov 30, 2012 | Pending BRIGHT #1004181158 | — | |
| Nov 30, 2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004181158 | $899,000 | — |
| Nov 1, 2012 | Expired BRIGHT #1007196350 | $899,000 | — |
| Jul 6, 2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007196350 | $999,998 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | $1,640,000 |
| 07/10/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1911300263 | $1,640,000 +9.4% / yr |
| 05/30/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | — |
| 05/30/2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | — |
| 05/24/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJME2060070 | $1,499,000 |
| 10/13/2020 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #682075294 | $1,072,774 +3.1% / yr |
| 10/09/2020 | Closed BRIGHT #NJME301112 | $1,072,774 |
| 09/03/2020 | Pending BRIGHT #NJME301112 | — |
| 08/28/2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #NJME301112 | $999,000 |
| 01/25/2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #348483568 | $850,000 |
| 01/25/2013 | Closed BRIGHT #1004181158 | $850,000 |
| 11/30/2012 | Pending BRIGHT #1004181158 | — |
| 11/30/2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1004181158 | $899,000 |
| 11/01/2012 | Expired BRIGHT #1007196350 | $899,000 |
| 07/06/2012 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007196350 | $999,998 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 304 Riverside Drive
Schools near 304 Riverside Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Private - | 7 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Riverside Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
J Witherspoon Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Princeton High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Fusion Academy Princeton Private7 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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 304 Riverside Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540 | $1,640,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,897 | 23,087 |
– | – | – | 3,794 | 23,522 | |
$765,589 | 4 | 4 | – | 23,958 | |
$995,000 | 4 | 3 | – | 20,473 | |
– | – | – | 2,548 | 22,651 | |
– | – | – | 2,327 | 22,651 | |
$925,000 | 4 | 3 | – | 33,106 | |
$780,000 | 4 | 3 | – | 25,264 | |
$1,024,900 | 4 | 3 | – | 23,522 | |
$780,000 | 4 | 3 | – | 23,086 | |
$1,775,000 | 4 | 5 | 5,200 | 20,909 | |
– | – | – | 2,983 | 19,602 | |
$750,000 | – | – | 1,907 | 32,670 | |
– | – | – | 3,530 | 20,473 | |
– | – | – | 3,533 | 25,700 | |
$1,100,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,200 | 22,215 |
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