Princeton, United States

Princeton, NJ Homes for Sale: University-Town Houses and Taxes

145 homes and apartments for sale in Princeton, United States.

Properties for sale in Princeton

24 properties shown

720 Demelza Dr, Princeton, TX 75407

$451,999

Princeton

5 bd 4 ba 312 m²
19 Dorset Ct, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$749,000

Princeton

3 bd 2 ba 207 m²
2205 Windrow Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540Apartment

$475,000

Princeton

1 bd 2 ba 122 m²
4489 Route 27, Princeton, NJ 08540

$595,000

Princeton

3 bd 2 ba
5202 Donatello Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$789,950

Princeton

3 bd 2 ba 200 m²
22 Paul Robeson Pl, Princeton, NJ 08542House

$2,200,000

Princeton

3 bd 3 ba 266 m²
32 Gulick Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

$3,359,000

Princeton

6 bd 7 ba 623 m²
627 Sayre Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$615,000

Princeton

2 bd 2 ba 154 m²
569 Riverside Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540

$1,799,999

Princeton

4 bd 3 ba 277 m²
1107 Great Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

$4,589,000

Princeton

6 bd 6 ba 667 m²
132 Victoria Mews, Princeton, NJ 08542Apartment

$1,699,000

Princeton

2 bd 2 ba 208 m²
139 Laurel Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

$1,199,000

Princeton

4 bd 2 ba 246 m²
7 Magpie Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$1,280,000

Princeton

3 bd 3 ba 250 m²
87 Castleton Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$669,000

Princeton

3 bd 2 ba 187 m²
41C Chicopee Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$469,990

Princeton

2 bd 2 ba 145 m²
33 Jefferson Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$1,100,000

Princeton

3 bd 2 ba 150 m²
35 Stonewall Cir, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$1,100,000

Princeton

4 bd 3 ba 262 m²
6 Conifer Ct, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$625,000

Princeton

3 bd 3 ba 196 m²
3301 Lawrenceville Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

$1,750,000

Princeton

6 bd 6 ba
11106 Donatello Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540House

$759,000

Princeton

3 bd 3 ba 173 m²
177 Terhune Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

$2,488,000

Princeton

6 bd 4 ba 388 m²
57 Moran Ave, Princeton, NJ 08542House

$726,500

Princeton

3 bd 1 ba
44 Park Pl #1, Princeton, NJ 08542Apartment

$495,000

Princeton

1 bd 1 ba 46 m²
62 Ettl Cir, Princeton, NJ 08540

$2,100,000

Princeton

4 bd 3 ba 500 m²

Buyer's guide: Princeton

Princeton is a university town between New York and Philadelphia. Princeton real estate is led by houses (114 of 145 listings), with a median asking price of €822,457 and a very wide range up to €1.53 million at the upper quartile.

Price table

These are asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, in euros. The central half runs from €553,147 to €1,530,261.

IndicatorPrinceton
Active listings145
Median asking price€822,457
Middle range (p25 to p75)€553,147 to €1,530,261
Median price per m²€3,977
Median size200 m²

Homes on the market

Three-bedroom (36) and four-bedroom (33) homes lead, followed by two-bedroom (31) and five-plus (26). There are 21 apartments and 10 land plots. Many houses are older colonials on tree-lined lots, with newer luxury builds on the edges. Compare houses in the US and condos.

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Living in Princeton

The town centres on Palmer Square and Nassau Street beside Princeton University, with a strong school system and cultural life. NJ Transit's Dinky shuttle links to Princeton Junction on the Northeast Corridor, and New York or Philadelphia are each about an hour by rail. Typical buyers are academics, pharmaceutical and finance professionals and families seeking schools.

New Jersey's property tax bills are among the highest in the US, so budget for them from day one.

— RealEstateAbroad market note

Taxes and foreign buyer notes

New Jersey has some of the highest effective property tax rates in the country, so request the current tax bill and check for reassessments. There are no federal restrictions on foreign purchasers. FIRPTA withholding of 15% generally applies on sale. New Jersey also levies a 'mansion tax' of 1% on residential purchases above $1m. Mortgages for foreign nationals normally require 30% or more down. See our US consultation guide and financing page.

Other New Jersey and New York markets

These links are broader regional markets, not close neighbours. Edison, Morristown, Newark and Jersey City are in northern and central New Jersey; Toms River is on the coast and Staten Island is in New York City. See United States property.

Last updated 8 October 2026

Buying property in Princeton: FAQ

Why are Princeton house prices high?

The university, schools, location between two major cities and limited supply. Median asking price is €822,457.

Are property taxes high in Princeton?

Yes. New Jersey has among the highest effective rates. Ask for the current bill.

Can foreigners buy in Princeton?

Yes. There are no federal restrictions.

How far is Princeton from New York?

About 80 km, roughly an hour by train from Princeton Junction.

Are there condos?

Yes, 21 apartment listings in our data.

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