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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private entrances
  • Modern living
  • Linen closets
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Garden-style apartments
  • Vinyl flooring

Location

101 Blue Spring Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540, USA
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Property Overview

Princeton Gardens earns a Zumper Expert Rating of 7.7, reflecting its strong appeal for renters with a competitive price rating of 8 out of 10. The property features modern living with private entrances and convenient amenities, including on-site laundry facilities and garden-style apartments. Its location rating of 9 out of 10 highlights excellent proximity to transportation and local points of interest, while additional pros include ample visuals through 17 photos and recognition for pet friendliness, indicating a welcoming environment for pet owners.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
Princeton Gardens is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Princeton Gardens - One Bedroom Flat1 bed1 bath985 sqft$2,350 /mo
Princeton Gardens - Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms2 bed1 bath1,120 sqft$2,600 /mo
Princeton Gardens - Two Bedroom with Basement2 bed2 bath1,315 sqft$2,700 /mo
Princeton Gardens - Two Bedroom Townhouse2 bed2 bath1,347 sqft$3,000 /mo
Princeton Gardens - Three Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms3 bed2 bath1,359 sqft$3,250 /mo

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Amenities for Princeton Gardens

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage
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

Dog policy

Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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About Princeton Gardens

HomeApartments in Princeton Princeton Gardens

Welcome to Princeton Gardens, the epitome of modern living in the heart of Princeton, New Jersey. Our remodeled and expansive floor plans boast 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments for rent, each equipped with the convenience of in-unit laundry facilities. Enjoy the comforts of private entrances, cozy bedrooms, modernized eat-in kitchens, inviting living areas, and bathrooms with enclosed showers. Our garden-style apartments feature vinyl flooring, linen closets, and a deck or lawn for relaxation and entertainment. Embrace the active lifestyle with our Tennis and PickleBall courts, explore nearby walking trails, and take advantage of on-site laundry facilities. Select homes even offer basements for extra storage space. Discover the perfect blend of convenience and luxury in Princeton Gardens Apartments near Princeton University and Downtown Princeton. Experience the pinnacle of modern living at Princeton Gardens – make it your home today.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Princeton Gardens is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Princeton Gardens
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Princeton Gardens is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Princeton Gardens is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Princeton Gardens 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·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Princeton Gardens does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Princeton Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Princeton Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Princeton Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 149 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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 19% lower than 1-bedrooms in Princeton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Princeton Gardens to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Princeton.

3-bedroom apartments at Princeton Gardens cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Princeton.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Princeton
A table of studio rental data trends in Princeton
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,478
November 2023$2,451
December 2023$2,545
January 2024$2,350
February 2024$2,483
March 2024$2,736
April 2024$2,856
May 2024$2,797
June 2024$2,740
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$2,641

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Can I afford to live at 101 Blue Spring Rd?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$94,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $94,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,350.
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Schools near Princeton Gardens

Orchard Hill Elementary School

244 orchard rd

skillman, NJ, 8558

PK, K-2Public
B

Village Elementary School

100 main blvd

skillman, NJ, 8558

3-4Public
A-
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Getting around Princeton near 101 Blue Spring Rd

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 101 Blue Spring Rd, Princeton

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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