Mercer County and Princeton property record for 237 John St, Princeton, NJ 08542
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1,268 sqft · built 1989 |
| Lot Size | 0.015 acres (641 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $52,600 (May 1991) |
| Tax Bill | $2,320 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 14-00015-03-00049-02-C02 |
| Primary APN | 14-00015-03-00049-02-C02 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Stories | 2 Stories |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,268 sqft Living Area |
| Year Built | Built 1989 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1989 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 641 sqft (0.015 acres) |
| Street Address | 237 JOHN ST |
|---|---|
| City | PRINCETON |
| State | NJ |
| Zip | 08542-3154 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R4 |
| Legal Description | JOHN & CLAY STREETS BLDG E UNIT C |
| Legal Block | 15.3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 49.2 |
| Jurisdiction | MERCER NJ |
| Township / Civil Division | PRINCETON |
| Census Block Group | 4 |
| Census Block | 4000 |
| Census Tract | 4000 |
237 John St is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in May 1991.
Source: Mercer County and Princeton records, as of July 6, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 237 JOHN ST, PRINCETON, NJ 08542-3154 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 21, 1991 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 21, 1991 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 2565 / 564 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 237 John St was $2,320, up 2.7% from the year before.
Source: Mercer County and Princeton assessment roll, as of July 6, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Mercer County |
| Municipality | Princeton |
| Unified School District | Princeton Public Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $84,900 (-) Land $50,000 Building $34,900 | $84,900 (-) Land $50,000 Building $34,900 | |
| 2025 | $2,320.00 (+2.65%) | $84,900 Land $50,000 Building $34,900 | $84,900 Land $50,000 Building $34,900 |
| 2024 | $2,260.00 | ||
| 2023 | $84,900 Land $50,000 Building $34,900 | $84,900 Land $50,000 Building $34,900 | |
| 2022 | $2,064.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 237 John St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective May 23, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 237 John St is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 65% of New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | NJ AMERICAN WATER - RARITAN private · serves 615,430 people · EPA ID NJ2004002 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 457 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Andrena.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures