Closed$375,000
TLC ≈ $3,259/mo
0 1 308 sqft
9 Palmer Square #B, Princeton, NJ 08542
2 Rider Terrace, Montgomery, NJ 08540
$3,900
3 beds 3 baths 1,861 sqft Built 1996129 days on marketClosed
About this home
Comfort, style, and convenience come together in this beautiful 3BD, 2.5BA single-family corner-unit home located in the desirable Woods Edge Community. This north-facing colonial enjoys exceptional natural light from multiple exposures and offers a welcoming layout designed for easy everyday living. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors throughout, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, a pantry, and a spacious separate dining areaperfect for both daily meals and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is an expansive family room that seamlessly opens to the private backyard, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow for gatherings and relaxation. The open living room features recessed lighting and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and charm to the main level. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite showcases a vaulted ceiling, a generous walk-in closet, and a relaxing bathroom with a soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms, an updated hall bath, and convenient laundry facilities complete the upper level. Enjoy outdoor living in the private fenced backyard, ideal for relaxing or hosting family and friends. Storage and flexibility abound with a full-size unfinished basement, perfect for storage, fitness, or hobbies. Additional highlights include an attached, built-in 2-car garage and an inviting front porch that enhances the home's curb appeal. This home has been thoughtfully upgraded with enhanced fixtures, replaced windows, and maintenance-friendly finishes throughout. Located in the top-rated Montgomery School District with school bus service at your doorstep, and just minutes from Princeton University, parks, restaurants, shopping, and major commuting routes.
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.19% APR.
Your estimated payment
$598/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $115
- Utilities
- $537
- Transportation
- $112
- Other (entertainment)
- $157
Principal + interest$25
Property tax + insurance$89
PMI / 2nd mortgage$1
Heating + cooling$107
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$112
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$4,402/mo
Purchase price
$3,900
Down payment
$195 (5%)
Loan amount
$3,705
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1996
Lot size
0.178 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
—
MLS #
2607158R
County
Somerset
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherStove/OvenMicrowave OvenWasher/DryerGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsCathedral Ceiling(s)KitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room3 BedroomsBath FullBath OtherNone
Exterior
CurbsPatioFencing/Wall
Community
Curbs
Parking
GarageAttachedDrivewayOn SiteOpen
Patio & porch
Patio
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsBreakfast BarKitchen Exhaust FanNot Eat-in KitchenPantrySeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Master bedroom
Two SinksFull BathWalk-In Closet(s)
Accessibility
Stall Shower
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, See Remarks, Wood
Sewer
Public Sewer
Lot features
Corner Lot
Neighborhood — 08540
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 50,428 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 59.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 950 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 25,055 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 25,373 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 8,955 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 21,666 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 6,664 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,981 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 2,234 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 16,738 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.56 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 34.94 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $107,861 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $152,488 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $53,569 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $82,440 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $96,288 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 85.36% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8540
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Listing information last refreshed 11/7/2025. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.