$4,000
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156 Mercer St
Princeton, NJ 08540
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609-806-5313
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
1.5
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Square Feet
1,084 sq ft
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Available Jan 1, 2026
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156 Mercer St
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About This Home
6 Month Lease,
$6,000 deposit,
Available Jan 1, 2026
Charming, sunny townhouse for rent at 156 Mercer St in the heart of Princeton, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, plus a spacious flex room upstairs (that could potentially serve as a 3rd bedroom), a detached basement for extra storage, and one designated parking space. Enjoy this premium, quiet, historic neighborhood just steps from Marquand Park and Princeton University - walk into town and experience the shops, library, and wonderful restaurants that make Princeton special. Currently tenant occupied, available for move-in starting January 1, 2026 (December occupancy may be possible). Pets considered on a case-by-case basis. Perfect for anyone seeking convenience and classic Princeton style in an unbeatable location, including families looking for top-rated Princeton public schools (Johnson Park is the assigned elementary school).
156 Mercer St is a townhome located in Mercer County and the 08540 ZIP Code.
* 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 Features
Washer/Dryer
High Speed Internet Access
Tub/Shower
Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Basement
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Broker Fee$0
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Ever dreamed of living amidst the beautiful and historic Princeton University? Even if you haven’t, Downtown Princeton, New Jersey is a hidden gem that you’ll surely adore. On the opposite side of Nassau Street from the neighborhood’s commercial district, known as Palmer Square, you’ll discover Princeton University’s stunning campus, filled with lush lawns, towering trees, and historic architecture.
Palmer Square contains the best boutique shops and local eateries in town! Dine with farm-to-table fare at Agricola Eatery on Witherspoon Street, or find your favorite album at Princeton Record Exchange on South Tulane Street. There’s a wonderful variation of shops and restaurants to choose from in Downtown Princeton, offering a cultural diversity that’s appreciated throughout the community.
From luxurious to historic, Downtown offers numerous apartments and townhomes for rent around its safe residential streets.
Learn more about living in Downtown Princeton
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 8.5 mi |
156 Mercer St is within 3 minutes or 1.4 miles from Princeton University. It is also near Rider University, Princeton and Rider Univ., Lawrenceville.
Transportation options available in Princeton include Trenton, located 11.2 miles from 156 Mercer St. 156 Mercer St is near Trenton Mercer, located 12.5 miles or 20 minutes away.
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.2 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 8.0 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 11.1 mi |
| Drive: | 19 min | 11.2 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 20 min | 12.5 mi |
Time and distance from 156 Mercer St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
156 Mercer St has 3 shopping centers within 2.4 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Marquand Park
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Morven Museum & Garden
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Princeton Battlefield State Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Mapleton Preserve
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Terhune Orchards
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.4 mi |
156 Mercer St has 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Marquand Park, Morven Museum & Garden, and Princeton Battlefield State Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 10.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 11.2 mi |
156 Mercer St has 3 hospitals within 11.2 miles, the nearest is Capital Health Regional Medical Center which is 8.7 miles away and a 15 minute drive.
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 42 min | 27.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 28.4 mi |
156 Mercer St is 27.7 miles from McGuire Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Naval Air Development Center.
Amenities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Basement
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156 Mercer St
Princeton, NJ 08540