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$4,300 /month

156 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540

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What This Townhouse Offers

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.

Unit

  • $4,300 / month
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • Available Now

Townhome Features

  • Basement

156 Mercer St is a townhome for rent in Princeton, NJ

Townhome Details

Home Design

  • Built in 1900
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Interior Unit Townhome
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Home Office
  • 1084 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Parking Lot
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Paved Parking

Lot Details

  • 2056 Sq Ft Lot

Schools

  • Johnson Park Elementary School
  • Princeton Middle School
  • Princeton High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Public Water Source
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 2026-06-23
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14-00039 01-00022
  • Residential Lease

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Institute Area Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

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Property Address:
156 Mercer St,
Princeton, NJ 08540
Listed by
Galina Peterson | BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
Phone Number: (908) 227-9044
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Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable50 / 100

Transit

Limited public transit30 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable100 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

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Soundscore

Active69 / 100

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Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
NJ Transit Commuter Rail
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Northeast Corridor Line - NJ Transit Commuter Rail (NJ Transit)
NJ Transit Commuter Rail
Airport
Trenton Mercer
20 min Drive
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Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

7 rating

Johnson Park School

Grades PK-5

Public

8 rating

J Witherspoon Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

8 rating

Princeton High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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The Lewis School & Clinic for Educational Therapy

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Princeton University

Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)

Rider University, Princeton

Drive: 5 min (1.6 mi)

Rider Univ., Lawrenceville

Drive: 14 min (6.6 mi)

Mercer Co. C.C., West Windsor

Drive: 21 min (8.5 mi)

Discover Downtown Princeton, Princeton, NJ

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 156 Mercer St proximity to Palmer Square and Princeton Centre. Palmer Square is 0.6 miles away, and Princeton Centre is within a 35 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, 156 Mercer St has limited public transit, including 6 transit stops within 13.1 miles. Transit options include Trenton Transit Center Light Rail Station and Princeton.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 156 Mercer St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Marquand Park, Morven Museum & Garden, and Princeton Battlefield State Park.

Airports

Living in Downtown Princeton provides easy access to Trenton Mercer, located just 20 minutes from 156 Mercer St.

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