23 MERION PLACE, LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648

A slate walkway and slate covered porch welcome you to this impeccably-maintained five bedroom ,, 3.5 bath colonial in Academy Manor, just a quick stroll to charming Lawrenceville Main Street.   This home is situated on a beautifully landscaped lot, surrounded by mature trees and shrubs.  The first floor features a large foyer with a double closet and a ceramic floor, a spacious and bright living room with a large bay window; a formal dining room; a kitchen with a separate breakfast area, an abundance of cabinets, Corian countertops and a pantry.   The kitchen opens to a family room with a brick raised-hearth gas fireplace that is surrounded by built-ins.  Sliding  doors from the family room lead to a screened porch for outdoor enjoyment.   A powder room completes this level.   Upstairs, the master bedroom with two closets, a ceiling fan and an attached bathroom with a double shower stall.    The second-largest bedroom has wood floors and  also has an attached bathroom.   The additional three bedrooms are good sized and also have wood floors.  A hall bath completes this level.    The basement has a partially finished room, a  storage room, and a small work bench.    The serene, shaded back yard is perfect for relaxation.    This home has a whole house attic fan, a  whole-house generator and has many updates.  Some of the updates:  2021 - New garage door openers and new dishwasher; 2020 - updated to cooper wiring and water heater; 2019- Exterior Painted; 2016 - new driveway; 2015 Roof replaced; 2013 - Whole-house generator and new HVAC; 2002 - windows replaced.  Great for commuters -  nearby the Interstate and a short drive to the Hamilton or Princeton Junction train stations.   About a 10 minute drive to downtown Princeton.