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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Ample street parking
  • No smoking allowed

Location

86 Spruce St, Princeton, NJ 08542, USA
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Property Overview

86 Spruce Street, Princeton is a highly rated rental with an overall expert score of 8.5/10, highlighted by exceptional value for money (10/10 price rating) and strong amenities and location scores (both 9/10). Residents benefit from on-site laundry, ample street parking, and a smoke-free environment, along with convenient access to a top-rated high school less than a third of a mile away. The property’s detailed and transparent listing (7/10 trustworthiness rating) further helps set clear expectations for prospective renters.

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

  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath270 sqftThis unfurnished studio apartment is 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.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath360 sqftOne-bedroom apartment located one block away from downtown Nassau Street in Princeton, NJ. Within walking distance to Princeton University, NJtransit to NYC and bus stops. On-site laundry and one parking space per apartment available, with ample street parking. Close to shopping, restaurants, historical sites, and much more. Tenants are responsible for gas, electricity, cable, and internet. No pets or smoking allowed.

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Rent trends in Princeton

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Princeton
A table of studio rental data trends in Princeton
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,649
July 2024$2,736
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$2,672

Schools near 86 Spruce Street, Princeton

Community Park Elementary School

372 witherspoon st

princeton, NJ, 8540

PK, K-5Public
A+

Joseph F. Cappello School

1072 old trenton rd

hamilton, NJ, 8690

PK, K-3Public

Mercer Elementary School

1020 old trenton rd

hamilton, NJ, 8690

2-8Public

The Cranbury School

23 n main st

cranbury, NJ, 8512

PK, K-8Public
A

Claremont Elementary School

175 claremont rd

franklin park, NJ, 8823

PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Princeton near 86 Spruce St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 86 Spruce St, Princeton

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 86 Spruce St

Despana Brand Foods
235 Nassau St
Whole Earth Natural Grocery
360 Nassau St
D'angelo Italian Market
35 Spring St
New Market
47 Hulfish St
Olson's Fine Foods
53 Palmer Sq W

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