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16 Alta Vista Dr, Princeton, NJ, 08540

5beds
4baths
3,570sqft
$1,800,000
$504price/sqft
$13,226/moest. monthly cost
$529,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

Completely reimagined from top to bottom, this Old Elm Ridge Park Cape delivers a striking modern feel while still holding onto its warmth and personality. From the moment you arrive, the expansive new front porch and refreshed landscaping make a bold first impression, hinting at the level of detail and transformation found throughout the home. The kitchen has been renovated with a clean, tailored design. Soapstone counters, top-tier built-in appliances, a coffee bar with a beverage fridge, and a handcrafted peninsula make it a real showstopper. A custom pantry adds smart storage, while new lighting throughout the home highlights each space with care. Everyday living is easier with a newly built mudroom featuring heated floors, cubbies, and a sink, along with a nearby half bath. The laundry area has been relocated just outside the bedrooms and now features brand-new machines. The main level includes a private primary suite with generous closets and a 2025 bathroom with heated floors. Two additional bedrooms share another newly renovated bathroom (2026). Upstairs, you will find two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a dressing alcove. The finished basement adds flexible space for staying active, with room for both entertainment and a gym. Behind the scenes, major upgrades bring peace of mind. The home includes a new roof, windows, siding, upgraded electric service, a natural gas conversion, and a new A/C system with individual room splits for personalized comfort. A full-house generator and hard-wired security cameras add an extra layer of ease. Outside, the pool has been resurfaced and has a new heater. A pool house offers space for changing and relaxing, while landscape lighting on custom timers creates a warm glow in the evenings. The grounds also include a sauna, chicken coop, garden shed, and raised beds for growing your own herbs and vegetables. A new driveway and Andersen A-Series windows complete the long list of improvements. All of this comes together in a home that feels complete, cared for, and ready for what comes next, with easy access to Princeton, Pennington, Hopewell, and key commuting routes.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
24
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
6/10
Timberlane Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.9 mi
6/10
Central High SchoolGrades 9-123.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Excellent
  • Year built: 1966

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Frame

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2025

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cape Cod
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Instant Hot Water,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Mud Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 13 X 14

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 13 X 14

Bedroom4

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 273
  • Dimensions: 13 X 21

Bedroom5

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 294
  • Dimensions: 14 X 21

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 266
  • Dimensions: 14 X 19

Exercise Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 390
  • Dimensions: 15 X 26

Family Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 648
  • Dimensions: 24 X 27

Features

  • Attic,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Kitchen/Dining,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Sauna,Upgraded Countertops,Bar
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile/Brick,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Brick,Stone,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 3,570

Game Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 403
  • Dimensions: 13 X 31

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,570
  • Total interior livable area: 3,570 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 273
  • Dimensions: 13 X 21

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 416
  • Dimensions: 13 X 32

Mud Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 112
  • Dimensions: 7 X 16

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 195
  • Dimensions: 13 X 15

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 0600043 0300008
  • Zoning: R150
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Exclusions: Ask Listing Agent.

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Private
  • Patio & porch: Breezeway,Patio,Porch
  • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape,Lighting
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Spa features: Bath

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.38 Acres
  • Features: Backs to Trees,Landscaped,Level,Rear Yard

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage Faces Side,Garage Door Opener,Inside Entrance,Driveway,Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes