$5,100
/ Month
46 Chestnut St
Princeton, NJ 08542
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732-236-7412
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1.5
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Available
Available Sep 27
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- Basement
46 Chestnut St
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About This Home
Available Sep 27
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.
46 Chestnut St is a house located in Mercer County and the 08542 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Princeton Public School District attendance zone.
* 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.
House Features
- Basement
Contact
- Listed by Allison McBride | Princeton Realty Management Group, LLC
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Location
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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
Amenities
- Basement
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 10.5 mi |
46 Chestnut St is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Rider University, Princeton. It is also near Princeton University and Rider Univ., Lawrenceville.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
316 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
794 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,518 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
305 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
28 Students
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Active
Soundscore™
79
/ 100
Traffic
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