156 Mercer St

Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 806-5313
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156 Mercer St

156 Mercer St
Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 806-5313
156 Mercer St in Princeton, NJ - Building Photo

Rent Specials

Rent assist!~~6 month lease possible - current tenant is ending the lease early and willing to assist in rent

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2 Bedroom - Townhome for Rent
  • 2BR, 1.5BATownhome
  • $4,000Price
  • 1,084Square Feet
  • 01-01-2026Availability

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About 156 Mercer St

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 located in the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood and 08540 Zip code of Princeton, NJ.

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Lease Terms

  • 6 Month Lease

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Broker Fee$0

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Storage Space
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer

Living Area Features

  • Basement

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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156 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540

Frequently Asked Questions about 156 Mercer St

What type of rentals are available at 156 Mercer St?

There is currently a 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhome for rent with 1,084 listed at 156 Mercer St. It is Available January 1, 2026.

How much is the rent at 156 Mercer St?

156 Mercer St is currently listed at $4,000.

What area of town is 156 Mercer St located in?

Located in the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood, 156 Mercer St is in the 08540 Zip Code of Princeton, NJ.

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Nearby Schools

J Witherspoon Middle School

Princeton Public
217 Walnut Lane
Public School - Grades 6-8 (816 Students)
8/10

Johnson Park School

Princeton Public
285 Rosedale Road
Public School - Grades PK-5 (409 Students)
7/10

Princeton High School

Princeton Public
151 Moore Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1532 Students)
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 156 Mercer St.

Big Box and Retail

Target

500 Nassau Park Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.35 miles away

Walgreens

41 Princeton Hightstown Rd
6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away

Jcpenney

500 Quaker Bridge Mall
7 minute drive / 3.37 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Princeton University

1 Nassau Hall
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Rider University - Princeton Campus

101 Walnut Lane
4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

Rider University - Lawrenceville Campus

2083 Lawrence Road
11 minute drive / 5.48 miles away

Groceries

Shoprite

3161 Quakerbridge Rd
13 minute drive / 6.37 miles away

Aldi

1650 N Olden Avenue Ext
17 minute drive / 8.09 miles away

Hospitals

Capital Health Regional Medical Center

750 Brunswick Ave
18 minute drive / 8.41 miles away

Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic

252 Route 601
18 minute drive / 8.62 miles away

St. Francis Medical Center

601 Hamilton Ave
19 minute drive / 9.31 miles away

Military Bases

National Guard Armory

13 minute drive / 6.18 miles away

Shopping Centers

Palmer Square

Palmer Sq E
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

Princeton Centre

45-61 State Rd
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Marketfair

3535 US Highway 1
5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

156 Mercer St has 5 shopping centers within 2.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Princeton-Princeton Branch

135 University Pl
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Princeton Junction-Princeton Branch

28 Wallace Road
6 minute drive / 2.92 miles away

Princeton Junction-Northeast Corridor Line

28 Wallace Road
6 minute drive / 2.92 miles away

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