$3,600 /month

81 Thoreau Dr, Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536

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What This Townhouse Offers

Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Brittany community, this beautifully updated Coventry model offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a versatile loft, and a perfect location. Inside, the contemporary interior is enhanced by a crisp neutral color palette, LVP flooring, and numerous recent upgrades, including new kitchen and baths (2023). The renovated kitchen features 36-inch cabinetry, a stylish tile backsplash, gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and generous workspace for everyday living and entertaining. The inviting living area is anchored by a new fireplace (2023), creating a warm focal point for gathering and relaxation. Upstairs, the flexible loft provides valuable bonus space ideal for a home office, reading area, fitness space, or hobby room. The updated bathrooms reflect today's design preferences, while major mechanical improvements, including a new HVAC system and water heater (2023), provide added peace of mind. Brittany is known for its mature trees, established landscaping, and exceptional community amenities. Residents enjoy one of the area's largest community pools, tennis courts, a playground, and a jogging trail that winds throughout the neighborhood's 25.6-acre setting. Located within the highly regarded West Windsor-Plainsboro school district, this home offers an outstanding combination of comfort, convenience, and community living.

Unit

$3,600 /month
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
Available Now

Townhome Features

  • Fireplace

81 Thoreau Dr is a townhome for rent in Plainsboro Township, NJ

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Townhome Details

Home Design

  • Built in 1986
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Interior Unit Townhome
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • 1950 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels

Flooring

  • Ceramic Tile Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level

Basement

  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 1 Assigned Parking Space
  • On-Street Parking
  • Driveway

Schools

  • W.W.P.H.S.-South Campus High School

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Public Water Source
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $5,400
  • 12-Month Lease Term
  • Available 2026-09-30
  • Assessor Parcel Number 18-03101-00212
  • Residential Lease

Community Details

Overview

  • $310 Monthly HOA Fees
  • First Residential HOA
  • Brittany Townhomes Subdivision
  • Association fees include all ground fee, common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, pool(s), snow removal

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Tennis Courts
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
81 Thoreau Dr,
Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536
Listed by
Annabella Santos | BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Phone Number: (609) 865-9369
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Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

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Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail

12 min Drive

Commuter Rail

12 min Drive

Airport

Trenton Mercer

27 min Drive

TTN

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Millstone River School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

Knowledge Beginnings Princeton

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Thomas R Grover Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

West Windsor-Plains High School South

Grades 9-12

Public

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Princeton University Drive: 12 min (6.2 mi)
Rider University, Princeton Drive: 15 min (6.4 mi)
Mercer Co. C.C., West Windsor Drive: 22 min (9.5 mi)
Rider Univ., Lawrenceville Drive: 21 min (12.2 mi)

Discover Turnpike West, Plainsboro Township, NJ

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 81 Thoreau Dr proximity to Princeton Meadows Shopping Center, Plainsboro Village Center, and Plainsboro Plaza. Princeton Meadows Shopping Center is 0.8 miles away, and Plainsboro Village Center is within a 33 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, 81 Thoreau Dr has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 15.7 miles. Transit options include Princeton Jct. and Princeton.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 81 Thoreau Dr are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 3.9 miles, including NJ Audubon Plainsboro Preserve and Corner-Copia.

Airports

Living in Turnpike West provides easy access to Trenton Mercer, located just 28 minutes from 81 Thoreau Dr. Another nearby airport is Newark Liberty International, located 41.6 miles away.

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Contact This Property

(609) 865-9369