5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Playground
- Wood burning fireplace
- Renovated kitchen
- Fenced wood patio
- Community pool
Location
153 Thoreau Drive, Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536, United States
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood, the property features hardwood floors, a renovated kitchen, and a convenient wood-burning fireplace, complemented by outdoor amenities such as a fenced wood patio and a community pool. Excellent educational facilities include top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools within a short distance, while the surrounding area offers diverse social opportunities, public spaces, and recreational options. This property stands out with competitive value per square foot compared to similar homes in the region.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 153 Thoreau Drive
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
Other
| Six Rooms |
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About 153 Thoreau Drive
Property Status: Active Spectacular upgraded 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse with finished loft in the desirable Brittany community. Great location on a cul-de-sac facing woods and walking trail. Hardwood floors throughout first/second floor. Renovated kitchen with graded cabinets, granite counters and backslash. Upscale stainless appliances. Combined living room/dining room, spaced family room is highlighted by a wood burning fireplace surrounded by fluted molding. Upgraded powder room and fenced wood Patio backing to woods. Master bedroom with sitting area and elegant updated master bath . 2 additional large bedrooms with beautifully updated full bathroom. Finished loft on the 3rd floor. Excellent views of wooded area and walking trails from every room. Community includes pool, tennis, playground. Close to Plainsboro Town Center, shopping, restaurants, golf club, historic Princeton and Cranbury. Bus, train station to NYC. Top rated schools. Office Phone: (908) 874-0997 Copyright © 2025 All Jersey MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 153 Thoreau Drive compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 178 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 08536 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Plainsboro
3-bedroom apartments at 153 Thoreau Drive cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Plainsboro.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Plainsboro
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,500 |
| January 2024 | $3,500 |
| February 2024 | $3,800 |
| March 2024 | $3,300 |
| April 2024 | $3,300 |
| June 2024 | $3,687 |
| July 2024 | $3,531 |
| August 2024 | $3,350 |
| September 2024 | $3,400 |
| October 2024 | $3,225 |
| November 2024 | $3,170 |
| December 2024 | $3,181 |
| January 2025 | $3,206 |
| February 2025 | $3,125 |
| March 2025 | $3,155 |
| April 2025 | $3,081 |
| May 2025 | $3,415 |
| June 2025 | $3,528 |
| July 2025 | $3,710 |
| August 2025 | $3,757 |
| September 2025 | $3,630 |
| October 2025 | $3,503 |
| November 2025 | $3,435 |
| December 2025 | $3,400 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 153 Thoreau Drive
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
700 wyndhurst dr
plainsboro, NJ, 8536
PK, K-3Public
A
Millstone River School
75 grovers mill rd
plainsboro, NJ, 8536
3-5Public
A
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Plainsboro near 153 Thoreau Drive
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 153 Thoreau Drive, Plainsboro
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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