




50 Forest Ave, Princeton, NJ, 08540
About This Home
Nestled on a picturesque half-acre corner lot surrounded by mature trees, this charming 2-bedroom ranch offers privacy, character, and endless potential in a truly special setting. Inside, you'll find a surprisingly spacious floor plan featuring a sun-filled living room with a classic brick wood-burning fireplace, adjoining dining area, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout much of the home. The eat-in kitchen has been refreshed with butcher block countertops, subway tile backsplash, luxury vinyl flooring, stainless steel refrigerator, and a new range, creating a clean, functional space with room for your own personal touches. Both bedrooms are generously sized with hardwood flooring, ample closet space, and abundant natural light. A full basement provides laundry, excellent storage, and endless possibilities for a workshop, home gym, or future finished living space. Outside, enjoy the detached one-car garage, long driveway offering ample off-street parking, expansive yard, and mature trees that create a peaceful, park-like setting. A walk-up attic offers additional storage. Whether you're buying your first home, downsizing to one-floor living, or looking for a property you can personalize over time, this home presents a wonderful opportunity in a desirable location with convenient access to shopping, dining, major highways, and commuter routes.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1945
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Range/Oven-Electric,Refrigerator,Washer,Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Features: Storage Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Yes,Bilco-Style Door,Full,Unfinished
Bedroom1
- Level: First
- Area: 165
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 104
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
Features
- Flooring: Parquet-Some,Tile,Vinyl-Linoleum,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating
- Heating features: Radiators - Hot Water,Natural Gas
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 169
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 228
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2708000260000000020000
- Exclusions: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Wooded
- Lot size dimensions: 145 x 150
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 2 Car Width,Additional Parking,Asphalt,Off Street,Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,780 | $33,360 |
| Home Insurance * | $155 | $1,860 |
| Property Taxes | $828 | $9,936 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $3,956 | $47,472 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Pending sale | $549,900 |
| 2026-07-20 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
| 2003-01-30 | Sold | $45,000 |
| 1972-05-11 | Sold | $37,000 |
