




16 Alta Vista Dr, Princeton, NJ, 08540
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
Schools
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
