Search Property Records in 08540, Princeton NJ

The 08540 ZIP code in Princeton, NJ, is a high-value residential market with approximately 13,000 taxable properties and a housing stock dominated by established single-family neighborhoods, condominium communities, townhomes, and a smaller institutional and commercial component. Based on recent recorded-sales and property-market summaries through 2025, the median home sale price is approximately $950,000 to $1.05 million, while the average sale price per square foot is roughly $425 to $475; renovated homes near downtown Princeton, Princeton University, and top-rated schools often command substantially higher pricing. Single-family homes represent about 60% of local properties, condominiums and co-ops account for approximately 24%, and commercial properties comprise about 4%, with the remaining share consisting largely of multifamily buildings, vacant land, townhomes classified separately, and tax-exempt institutional parcels. The area averages roughly 425 to 500 residential sales per year over the past 10 years, although annual activity can vary with mortgage rates, inventory levels, and the availability of larger detached homes. Princeton’s limited supply of buildable land, strong commuter access to the New York and Philadelphia regions, university-related demand, and concentration of professional employment continue to support comparatively high home values, while condos and smaller attached homes generally provide the most accessible entry points into the 08540 market.

Property Records by Street in 08540, Mercer County, NJ

The 08540 ZIP code lists five streets with property records. Each street page gives access to property values, ownership history, sales, and other relevant records. Using the street list is a practical way to focus on one stretch of the Princeton area.

Cities and Communities in 08540

08540 includes 41 cities and communities, led by Princeton and including Rocky Hill, Hopewell, and Hightstown. Other communities shown include Kendall Park, Jamesburg, Franklin Park, and Trenton. Property records are available for each place on this list.

ZIP Codes Near 08540

08540 is near 16 other ZIP codes that represent the nearby areas around Princeton. These ZIP codes provide access to property records and related information for the surrounding communities. They are useful for comparing records beyond this single ZIP code.

ZIP Codes in Mercer County, NJ

The county section covers the 8 ZIP codes located within Mercer County, NJ. It gives access to property records and related information for each of those areas. Browse them to see how records vary across the county.