New Jersey

With waterfront parks, iconic views, diverse communities, and easy access to New York City, Jersey City's popularity is no surprise. Fueled by a development boom happening across Hudson County, Jersey City’s population increased by more than 20 percent between 2010 and 2024. Not only is there a plethora of new housing options, but the city is also a transit-rich area with PATH, NJ Transit, bus, and ferry options that reach Manhattan in minutes. If you're looking for a Jersey City apartment and an easy commute to NYC, here are some of the best rentals in the area to consider.
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PATH to get major service boost, but fare will reach $4 by 2029

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November 14, 2025

PATH to get major service boost, but fare will reach $4 by 2029

For the first time in 25 years, all PATH lines will operate seven days a week, one of the largest service increases in its history. To help pay for the system improvements, fares are expected to rise to $4 by 2029. On Thursday, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey released its proposed $45 billion 2026–2035 Capital Plan, which outlines major service upgrades between Manhattan and New Jersey. Improvements include eliminating transfers between Hoboken and the World Trade Center by mid-2026 and increasing weekend service. To fund the plan, the agency is proposing a 33 percent fare increase from the current $3 base fare, rising in 25-cent increments starting next summer and reaching $4 in 2029.
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Former Hoboken pudding factory launches sales for luxury condos, from $795K

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November 11, 2025

Former Hoboken pudding factory launches sales for luxury condos, from $795K

Once home to a pudding factory, a historic Hoboken building has been reimagined as luxury condos, with sales now underway. Located at 38 Jackson Street, Southend Lofts transforms the former Davis Baking Powder and My-T-Fine Pudding factory into a boutique collection of 110 residences featuring more than 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities. Pricing starts at $795,000 for one-bedrooms, $1.25 million for two-bedrooms, $1.85 million for three-bedrooms, and $3.7 million for four- and five-bedroom duplex penthouses.
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Path to profit: Why Jersey City condos are competing with Brooklyn brownstones

99 Hudson Street is the tallest building in New Jersey. There are over 780 condos across 79 floors; current availabilities start at $778,000. Photo courtesy of COA 99 Hudson, LLC

October 16, 2025

Path to profit: Why Jersey City condos are competing with Brooklyn brownstones

I lived in New York City for 15 years and swore I’d never leave. But when my then-fiance and I found ourselves crammed into an Upper West Side studio (along with two rambunctious cats) when the pandemic hit, we knew we had to make a move. And when we came across a $2,600/month one-bedroom apartment in a brand-new luxury building in Jersey City—complete with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lower Manhattan skyline, two outdoor pools, barbecue grills, and a gym—we simply couldn’t resist.
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Works begins on Newark Airport’s new $3.5B AirTrain

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October 7, 2025

Works begins on Newark Airport’s new $3.5B AirTrain

Work has begun on revitalizing Newark Liberty Airport's aging AirTrain—one part of the larger plan to rebuild the international airport. On Tuesday, Port Authority Chair Kevin O’Toole announced the groundbreaking for the new AirTrain, kicking off a long-awaited refresh of the 1990s-era system that will speed up and improve travel to the airport via public transit. The $3.5 billion project is part of the EWR Vision Plan, a long-term effort to rebuild the airport, including a new Terminal B, upgrades to Terminal C, fixes to the airport’s complex roadway network, and replacement of the AirTrain.
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10 picture-perfect farms near NYC for pumpkin and apple picking

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September 17, 2025

10 picture-perfect farms near NYC for pumpkin and apple picking

Several surveys show that fall is by far Americans’ favorite season. And anecdotally, a scroll through Instagram certainly backs this up. Entire accounts are devoted to fall foliage views and autumnal decor, while influencers started posting seasonal recipes and DIY projects long before summer was over. But you don’t need a social media account to enjoy all the season has to offer. There are plenty of places within a short drive or train ride of New York City to enjoy apple picking, pumpkin picking, and so much more, in real life. Read on for our 10 favorite fall farms.
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Events & Things To Do

8 best hiking trails near NYC to see beautiful fall foliage

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September 9, 2025

8 best hiking trails near NYC to see beautiful fall foliage

Sad that summer is over and you won’t have the beach as an excuse to get out of the city for the day? Fear not: Fall is just as beautiful a time to rent a car, hop on a train, or catch a ferry out of town to enjoy the crisp air, mild temperatures, and stunning fall foliage. To help you plan your autumnal itinerary, we consulted the experts at AllTrails to compile a list of the best hikes near NYC for leaf peeping.
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Asbury Park penthouse hits the market for record $9M

The penthouse at Asbury Ocean Club, at 1101 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park. All photos courtesy of Nick Marraro, Motion City Media unless otherwise noted

August 25, 2025

Asbury Park penthouse hits the market for record $9M

Less than a month after a penthouse in Asbury Park sold for $7.6 million, becoming the priciest condo ever sold in New Jersey, a newly listed apartment in the Jersey Shore city is already trying to break the record. Asking $8,999,999, the penthouse at the beachfront Asbury Ocean Club is a combination of two units, with six bedrooms and 2,600 square feet of rooftop space overlooking the ocean and boardwalk.
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Tunnel boring for Hudson River tunnel project to begin next summer

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August 25, 2025

Tunnel boring for Hudson River tunnel project to begin next summer

Tunnel boring for the Hudson Tunnel Project, which will build a new rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey and rehabilitate the existing tunnel, is set to begin next summer. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC) announced last week that two massive tunnel boring machines (TBMs) will arrive early next year to start digging the 2.4-mile connection to Penn Station. The machines are expected to take about a year to dig the first mile of tunnel from Tonnelle Avenue in North Bergen, where crews have spent the past two years preparing the site, to an access shaft in Hudson County, which is currently under construction.
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August 18, 2025

New Jersey development is a blueprint for neuroinclusive housing nationwide

Neurodivergent individuals comprise between 15 and 20 percent of the U.S. population, according to the American Enterprise Institute. Yet, some estimates say that up to 40 percent of this population faces unemployment, partly because there is a significant shortage of supportive housing for those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), specific learning disorders (LD), and other diagnoses. This is why a new, first-of-its-kind neuroinclusive apartment building currently under construction in Red Bank, NJ, is such an exciting development.
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Kool & the Gang founder’s Montclair home hits the market for $7.5M

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August 8, 2025

Kool & the Gang founder’s Montclair home hits the market for $7.5M

The former New Jersey home of late musician and founding member of the Kool & the Gang, Dennis "Dee Tee" Thomas, is for sale. Located at 82-84 Watchung Avenue in Montclair, the property consists of two seemingly identical four-story townhomes, allowing for multi-generational living or a smart investment. The two-family residence is on the market for $7,500,000; each townhouse is also available to rent for $18,000/month.
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June 11, 2025

Priced out of NYC? These are the best commuter suburbs, according to real estate experts

Since the pandemic, it’s become increasingly expensive to put down roots in New York City. According to data from CityRealty, condo prices are the highest they've ever been, increasing 16 percent since July 2020, while co-ops have jumped 6.4 percent over the same period. Many people are even being priced out of rentals; Douglas Elliman's Jonathan Miller reported earlier this year that the average monthly rent in New York City is now roughly $5,194—more than a mortgage payment in many places. And it’s this financial conundrum that often becomes the impetus for many young professionals and families to relocate to the suburbs. They can get more space and a yard, access to beaches and hiking trails, and send their kids to public schools without a second thought. But what’s the best place to achieve this small-town fantasy? For that answer, we turned to the pros. Ahead, hear from real estate experts about the best commuter suburbs outside New York City.
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NJ Transit strike ends, service to resume Tuesday

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May 19, 2025

NJ Transit strike ends, service to resume Tuesday

NJ Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) reached a tentative agreement on Sunday, ending the first strike at the agency in 42 years. Regular weekday train service will resume on Tuesday, May 20, giving workers a day to inspect and prepare tracks and rail cars. The strike began on Friday when 450 unionized workers walked off the job over engineers' wages. While details of the agreement have not been released, Gov. Phil Murphy called the contract settlement "fair and fiscally responsible" with a "generous wage increase" for union members.
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NJ Transit strike: The best travel alternatives for getting to NYC

NJ Transit gated off the concourse at Penn Station as a result of the strike. Photo © 6sqft

May 14, 2025

NJ Transit strike: The best travel alternatives for getting to NYC

NJ Transit engineers are now on strike for the first time in more than 40 years, impacting commutes for hundreds of thousands of residents. According to the New York Times, about 450 unionized workers went on strike on Friday as the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and NJ Transit failed to reach a long-delayed contract agreement. The engineers' demands include pay parity with engineers at nearby commuter railroads. With no train service as of Friday morning, here’s how you can still get to New York City from the Garden State.
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Hoboken’s PATH station reopens after $54M renovation and 25-day closure

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February 25, 2025

Hoboken’s PATH station reopens after $54M renovation and 25-day closure

Hoboken’s PATH station has reopened on schedule after a 25-day closure and a $54 million renovation that brought vital repairs and upgrades to the 117-year-old transit hub. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) on Tuesday announced the station has reopened with new stairs, signage, fresh paint, and critical track improvements designed to enhance speed and reliability for riders. Officials chose a full shutdown to complete the work in under a month, avoiding major service interruptions that could've lasted for at least a year.
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Hoboken’s PATH station to close for 25 days

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January 23, 2025

Hoboken’s PATH station to close for 25 days

Hoboken residents will have to find a different way to New York City beginning next week as the New Jersey city's PATH station closes for nearly a month. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $54 million makeover of Hoboken's PATH station begins on January 30 at 11:59 p.m. and ends on February 25 at 5 a.m. The work includes comprehensive repairs to tracks, infrastructure, and stations. During this closure, the Port Authority will provide a variety of travel alternatives, including free shuttle buses, as well as supplemental PATH, light rail, and NJ Transit bus services connecting Hoboken and Manhattan.
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NJ Gov. Phil Murphy asks Trump to ‘re-examine’ congestion pricing

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January 21, 2025

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy asks Trump to ‘re-examine’ congestion pricing

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy sent a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to look at stopping New York City's congestion pricing program. Murphy on Monday sent a letter to Trump on his first day back in the White House, urging him to "re-examine" the program while claiming that it was never "well-designed or adequately studied." The governor pointed to Trump's earlier pledge to eliminate the program during his first week in office.
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NJ towns must meet affordable housing deadline by end of the month

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January 6, 2025

NJ towns must meet affordable housing deadline by end of the month

Municipalities across New Jersey are approaching a crucial deadline in the state's efforts to address its affordable housing shortage. Local officials from all 564 municipalities have until January 31 to accept or object to the number of new affordable homes they must develop over the next decade and propose their own target. In October, the state’s Department of Community Affairs released calculations showing a current need for 65,410 low- and moderate-income homes, with an additional 84,698 needed over the next 10 years.
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Congestion pricing to begin this weekend following ruling in NJ lawsuit, MTA says

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December 31, 2024

Congestion pricing to begin this weekend following ruling in NJ lawsuit, MTA says

New York State will proceed with congestion pricing as planned on Sunday, following a federal judge's ruling on New Jersey's lawsuit against the program. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on Monday confirmed that the program will go into effect after Judge Leo M. Gordon determined the state had met all necessary requirements to launch the plan. However, the ruling ordered federal transportation officials to review certain aspects of the program, with a New Jersey lawyer arguing this prevents the program from starting.
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With opening of final tower, Jersey City’s Journal Squared development is complete

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November 5, 2024

With opening of final tower, Jersey City’s Journal Squared development is complete

The final tower of Jersey City's massive three-building complex Journal Squared opened last week, marking the completion of the transformative development. City officials joined Kushner Real Estate (KRE) Group and National Real Estate Advisors to celebrate the opening of the 60-story tower at 615 Pavonia Avenue; the two other high-rise rentals have already opened. The $900 million, 2.3 million-square-foot Journal Squared development first broke ground in 2014 and includes more than 1,800 luxury apartments.
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NJ releases affordable housing requirements for every town, details need for 150,000 new homes

Jersey City, NJ. Credit: Zoshua Colah on Unsplash

October 22, 2024

NJ releases affordable housing requirements for every town, details need for 150,000 new homes

New Jersey towns now know how many affordable homes they need to develop over the next decade to fairly address the state's housing shortage. The Department of Community Affairs last week published the calculations of present and prospective need for affordable housing in all 564 municipalities, required by a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy in March. The calculations found a present need for 65,410 low- and moderate-income homes and a need for another 84,698 over the next 10 years.
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Port Authority reveals vision to rebuild Newark Airport

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October 18, 2024

Port Authority reveals vision to rebuild Newark Airport

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on Thursday unveiled the EWR Vision Plan, a long-term project redeveloping Newark Liberty International Airport. The vision includes building a new Terminal B, enhancing Terminal C, fixing the airport's confusing roadway network, and replacing the AirTrain system.
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Newark breaks ground on $336M arts campus with apartments, retail, and park space

Cooperman Family Arts Education and Community Center. View north on Mulberry Street. Rendering © Weiss/Manfredi | Courtesy of NJPAC

September 19, 2024

Newark breaks ground on $336M arts campus with apartments, retail, and park space

A project to transform an area of downtown Newark into a walkable and livable destination centered around a cultural institution is officially underway. The nonprofit arts organization New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) this week broke ground on a $336 million redevelopment of its 12-acre campus, which includes hundreds of new apartments, retail, cultural spaces, community facilities, and a new urban park. The reimagined site is expected to be completed in the fall of 2027.
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August 29, 2024

12 museums just outside NYC perfect for a day trip

New York City is celebrated as one of the world's art capitals, with travelers coming far and wide to visit its world-class museums. However, you can find many cultural gems beyond the borders of the five boroughs. Ahead, here are some of the best museums worth visiting on a day trip from NYC, from the expansive sculpture fields of Storm King Art Center and Art Omi to the historic charm of house museums at the Olana State Historic Site and Philip Johnson's Glass House.
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New Jersey Symphony gets a permanent home in Jersey City

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August 22, 2024

New Jersey Symphony gets a permanent home in Jersey City