46 Chestnut St, Princeton, NJ 08542
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Welcome to this charming Princeton home, located on Chestnut Street just minutes from the heart of downtown. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, plus a versatile finished attic/loft space, this home combines classic Princeton character with comfortable modern updates. The home features beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a spacious living room with an electric fireplace. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry and counter space, along with the convenience of an in-home washer and dryer. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms, with additional attic/loft space that provides flexibility for a home office, den, playroom, or additional living area. The home also features new central air conditioning and an unfinished basement offering additional storage. Outside, enjoy a private fenced-in backyard perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying some outdoor space. Nestled in a downtown Princeton neighborhood with convenient access to Princeton University, Palmer Square, restaurants, shopping, parks, and transportation.
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Home Features
- Basement
46 Chestnut St is a single-family home for rent in Princeton, NJ
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
8 min Drive
Airport
24 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Community Park Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
J Witherspoon Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St Paul School
Grades PK-8
Private
Princeton High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Princeton Latin Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Rider University, Princeton | Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi) |
| Princeton University | Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi) |
| Rider Univ., Lawrenceville | Drive: 17 min (9.5 mi) |
| Mercer Co. C.C., West Windsor | Drive: 23 min (10.5 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 46 Chestnut St proximity to Palmer Square, Princeton Shopping Center, and Princeton Centre. Palmer Square is 0.7 miles away, and Princeton Shopping Center is within a 19 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 46 Chestnut St has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 15.8 miles. Transit options include Princeton and Princeton Jct..
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 46 Chestnut St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 5 miles, including Morven Museum & Garden, Marquand Park, and Princeton Battlefield State Park.
Airports
Living in Downtown Princeton provides easy access to Trenton Mercer, located just 23 minutes from 46 Chestnut St. Another nearby airport is Newark Liberty International, located 42.6 miles away.
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