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8.6

Very Good

86 Spruce Street, Princeton Apartments
86 Spruce St, Princeton, NJ 08542, USA

Barsky Property Management

86 Spruce St, Princeton, NJ 08542, USA

8.6

Very Good

Monthly rent	$2,000–$2,700
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	270–520

Monthly rent	$2,000–$2,700
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	270–520

Updated 3 Hours Ago

Highlights

Off-street parking
Cable/internet
On-site laundry facilities
Heat
Shared laundry facilities
Bicycle storage

Location

86 Spruce St, Princeton, NJ 08542, USA

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Management

Barsky Property Management

Leasing office

(609) 924-2267

Property Overview

86 Spruce Street, Princeton is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers off-street parking, cable/internet, heat, laundry options, and bicycle storage, plus features that support working from home and natural light. Its value is especially notable, with nearby schools and a useful set of photos adding to its appeal.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6

Very Good

With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 86 Spruce Street, Princeton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 86 Spruce Street, Princeton has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

High school nearby
Less expensive
Middle school nearby

Great for

Work-from-home

Floor plans

	1BR/1.0BA	1 bed	1 bath	270+ sqft	$2,000–$2,300 /mo	2 units available			Charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom unfurnished apartment located just one block from Nassau Street in the heart of Princeton. This well-maintained apartment offers an unbeatable location within easy walking distance of Princeton University, NJ Transit with direct service to New York City, local bus stops, shopping, restaurants, historic landmarks, and all that downtown Princeton has to offer. The apartment features an inviting eat-in kitchen and an abundance of windows that fill the space with plenty of natural sunlight, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Residents also enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities and bicycle storage. Off-street, assigned parking is available for an additional fee. Tenants are responsible for cooking gas, electricity, cable, and internet. No pets or smoking permitted. With its charming character, abundant natural light, and prime downtown location, this apartment offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy convenient Princeton living.
	2BR/1.0BA	2 bed	1 bath	520 sqft	$2,700 /mo	1 unit available			Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, unfurnished apartment located just one block from Nassau Street in the heart of Princeton. This well-maintained apartment offers an unbeatable location within walking distance of Princeton University, NJ Transit with direct service to New York City, local bus stops, shopping, restaurants, historical landmarks, and all that downtown Princeton has to offer. Residents enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities and bicycle storage. Off-street, assigned parking is available for an additional fee. Tenants are responsible for cooking gas, electricity, cable, and internet. No pets or smoking are permitted.

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Amenities for 86 Spruce Street, Princeton

Apartment Amenities

Central Heat	Hardwood Floor
Heating	Natural Sunlight
Water

Appliances

Gas Stove/Oven	Oven
Range	Refrigerator

Building

Bicycle Storage	Onsite Laundry
Sewer	Shared Laundry Facilities

Grounds

Storage

Services

Trash and Recycling

Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units	10

About 86 Spruce Street, Princeton

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86 Spruce Street, Princeton

These unfurnished studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are in a prime central location, within walking distance of Princeton University, shops, restaurants, and public transportation, ensuring daily convenience. The building offers shared laundry facilities, and one assigned parking space is available for an additional fee. Tenants are responsible for electricity, cooking gas, and cable/internet, while heat, water/sewer, and trash/recycling are included in the rent. Please note: this is a no-smoking, no-pets property.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6

/10

Very Good

How we rated 86 Spruce Street, Princeton

Price·10

86 Spruce Street, Princeton offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.

Amenities·9

86 Spruce Street, Princeton goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bicycle storage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 86 Spruce Street, Princeton receives one of the highest amenities scores.

Location·9

86 Spruce Street, Princeton is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.

Quality·6

While 86 Spruce Street, Princeton does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.

Trustworthiness·8

The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

86 Spruce Street, Princeton is great for:

Work-from-home

High speed internet is an amenity
Large windows for natural lighting
2 office supply stores within 1 mile
1 internet service provider option nearby

Property highlights

How 86 Spruce Street, Princeton compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby: There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive: The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby: There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site: Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools: The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Princeton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 30% lower than 1-bedrooms in Princeton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 86 Spruce Street, Princeton to be 23% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Princeton.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.

Princeton

A table of studio rental data trends in Princeton
Month	Median Rent
September 2024	$2,585
October 2024	$2,662
November 2024	$2,488
December 2024	$2,570
January 2025	$2,570
February 2025	$2,585
March 2025	$2,573
April 2025	$2,596
May 2025	$2,671
June 2025	$2,625
July 2025	$2,609
August 2025	$2,623
September 2025	$2,642
October 2025	$2,688
November 2025	$2,705
December 2025	$2,708
January 2026	$2,605
February 2026	$2,581
March 2026	$2,689
April 2026	$2,741
May 2026	$2,681
June 2026	$2,631
July 2026	$2,584
August 2026	$2,601
September 2026	$2,606

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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