$3,600
/ Month
81 Thoreau Dr
Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536
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609-865-9369
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2.5
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Square Feet
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Community Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Jogging Path
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
81 Thoreau Dr
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About This Home
Available Now
Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Brittany community, this beautifully updated Coventry model offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a versatile loft, and a perfect location. Inside, the contemporary interior is enhanced by a crisp neutral color palette, LVP flooring, and numerous recent upgrades, including new kitchen and baths (2023). The renovated kitchen features 36-inch cabinetry, a stylish tile backsplash, gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and generous workspace for everyday living and entertaining. The inviting living area is anchored by a new fireplace (2023), creating a warm focal point for gathering and relaxation. Upstairs, the flexible loft provides valuable bonus space ideal for a home office, reading area, fitness space, or hobby room. The updated bathrooms reflect today's design preferences, while major mechanical improvements, including a new HVAC system and water heater (2023), provide added peace of mind. Brittany is known for its mature trees, established landscaping, and exceptional community amenities. Residents enjoy one of the area's largest community pools, tennis courts, a playground, and a jogging trail that winds throughout the neighborhood's 25.6-acre setting. Located within the highly regarded West Windsor-Plainsboro school district, this home offers an outstanding combination of comfort, convenience, and community living.
81 Thoreau Dr is a townhome located in Middlesex County and the 08536 ZIP Code. This area is served by the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional 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.
Home Details
Home Type
Interior Unit Townhome
Year Built
Built in 1986
Basement
Crawl Space
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
2.5 Bathrooms
3 Bedrooms
Home Design
Contemporary Architecture
Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
Ceramic Tile Flooring
Wood Burning Fireplace
1,950 Sq Ft Home
Property has 3 Levels
Laundry
Laundry on upper level
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $5,400
12-Month Lease Term
Available 9/30/26
Assessor Parcel Number 18-03101-00212
Residential Lease
Parking
1 Assigned Parking Space
On-Street Parking
Driveway
Schools
W.W.P.H.S.-South Campus High School
Utilities
90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Above Ground Utilities
Natural Gas Water Heater
Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
$310 Monthly HOA Fees
First Residential HOA
Brittany Townhomes Subdivision
Association fees include all ground fee, common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, pool(s), snow removal
Pet Policy
No Pets Allowed
Recreation
Community Pool
Tennis Courts
Jogging Path
Contact
- Listed by Annabella Santos | BHHS Fox & Roach - Princeton
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- Contact
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Source
Bright MLS, Inc.
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Location
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Residents of the Turnpike West area near South Brunswick, Dayton and Monmouth Junction enjoy a high standard of living. Residents enjoy professional careers with a handful of high-profile employers in the area, including nearby Rutgers University, Princeton and a handful of tech companies.
Head approximately 48 miles south-southwest of the New Jersey city center to an area populated with woodlands, wetlands and many undeveloped plots. Dotted among this rural landscape are schools and libraries that complement the nearby universities and help establish the area as one focused on education and higher learning.
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Amenities
- Fireplace
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 9.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 12.2 mi |
81 Thoreau Dr is within 12 minutes or 6.2 miles from Princeton University. It is also near Rider University, Princeton and Mercer Co. C.C., West Windsor.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
772 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
439 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,183 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,627 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
78 Students
Nearby
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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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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
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Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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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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81 Thoreau Dr
Plainsboro Township, NJ 08536