$3,500 / Month

249 8th St

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Jersey City, NJ 07302

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  • Bedrooms

    1

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    890 sq ft

  • Available

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Highlights

  • Views of New York
  • Brownstone
  • Property is near park, schools, shops, and bus stop
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom
  • Living Room
249 8th St
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About This Home

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Exceptionally spacious and beautifully situated, this oversized top-floor one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment sits directly across from Hamilton Park, giving you the best of Jersey City living with the park essentially as your front yard. One of the standout features of this home is its generous square footage for a one-bedroom, offering a rare combination of space, flexibility, and comfort. The expansive living area features a flexible open floor plan with plenty of room to create distinct living, dining, and work-from-home spaces while maintaining an open, airy feel. The oversized bedroom comfortably accommodates a king-size bed, with room to spare. Soaring ceilings and large windows fill the apartment with natural light while offering beautiful views of Hamilton Park. Set within a truly special brownstone building, the home blends classic architectural character with the modern conveniences you want, including an in-unit washer and dryer and dishwasher. And then there is the location. Just out the front door is Hamilton Park —perfect for morning coffee, afternoon strolls, weekend picnics, or simply enjoying the energy of one of Jersey City’s most beloved neighborhoods. Locally owned restaurants, cafés, shops, and everyday conveniences are all at your fingertips. Commuting is easy with nearby Citibike stations, convenient access to the Grove Street and Newport PATH stations, Light Rail, and NJ Transit buses. Discounted garage parking is also available nearby at Newport Mall. Big on space, big on character, and directly across from Hamilton Park—this is a one-bedroom that truly lives larger than expected. MLS ID 260018242

249 8th St is a townhome located in Hudson County and the 07302 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Townhome

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Main Level Bedroom 1 Full Bathroom

Home Design

Brownstone

Home Security

Intercom

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring Living Room 890 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Gas Oven or Range Dishwasher

Laundry

Washer and Dryer

Location

Property is near park, schools, shops, and bus stop

Utilities

Baseboard Heating Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

Views

Views of New York

Community Details

Contact

  • Listed by HEATHER LEVINE | CORCORAN SAWYER SMITH
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    Hudson County Multiple Listing Service
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

With its historic brownstones, neighboring Manhattan, easy access to mass transit, and spectacular parks (this is the Garden City, after all), Downtown Jersey City is a highly sought-after destination for those looking for New York City area apartments. Imagine viewing the Manhattan skyline from the river … walking through a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood filled with shops and restaurants … massive skyscrapers … historic architecture … it's no wonder Jersey City is such a popular (and expensive!) destination. It is also one of the country's largest downtown business districts, earning it the nickname "Wall Street West."

Downtown Jersey City is home to some fantastic events, including the Historic Downtown Farmers Market and the Best of Downtown Jersey City Food Tour. The Grove Street area is considered one of the trendiest in the region, offering up award-winning restaurants, chic nightclubs, and unique shops.

Learn more about living in Downtown Jersey City 
Amenities
  • Intercom
  • Oven
  • Hardwood Floors
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 10 min 2.9 mi
Drive: 9 min 3.3 mi
249 8th St is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from Hudson Co. Comm. College. It is also near Saint Peter's College and Stevens Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
794 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,364 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
161 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
210 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Jersey City include Pavonia Newport, located 0.5 mile from 249 8th St. 249 8th St is near Newark Liberty International, located 9.4 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 12.9 miles or 29 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Newark Liberty International
Drive: 13 min 9.4 mi
LaGuardia
Drive: 29 min 12.9 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 249 8th St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
249 8th St has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Liberty Science Center
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Liberty Landing Marina
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Ellis Island National Monument
Drive: 11 min 2.8 mi
Hudson River Park
Drive: 12 min 3.7 mi
Castle Clinton National Monument
Drive: 11 min 4.2 mi
249 8th St has 5 parks within 4.2 miles, including Liberty Landing Marina, Liberty Science Center, and Ellis Island National Monument.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
249 8th St has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is Jersey City Medical Center which is 0.8 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 13 min 5.1 mi
Drive: 12 min 6.7 mi
Drive: 31 min 15.6 mi
249 8th St has 3 military bases within 15.6 miles, the nearest is Governors Island Support Center which is 5.1 miles away and a 13 minute drive.

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