540 Grove Terrace is a 2 1/2 story, 3 bay, rectangular plan, wood frame, Colonial Revival, residential building. The c. 1920, side gable-roofed building has pedimented dormers and a rubble-stone veered facade. Fenestration includes 6/6 double hung windows and a Doric column-supported entrance surround with leaded transom and sidelights. The set back side bay has been sensitively clad with synthetic siding.