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Hamilton Park
One of the most idyllic neighborhoods in Jersey City, Hamilton Park features a several-block green space that hosts a weekly farmers market and year-round events. The south end of the park also offers more great shopping and dining. This neighborhood is quite family-friendly but still welcomes artists and young professionals from surrounding cities. Convenient for commuters and local workers alike, Hamilton Park is an easy walk to both the Newport and Grove Street Path Stations.
Van Vorst Park
This beautiful tree-lined neighborhood is lined with stunning brownstones and historic architecture. Van Vorst Park is the centerpiece of the neighborhood with features like a gazebo, two playgrounds, a splash park, a dog park, and a small neighborhood garden. Stunning architectural townhouses The municipal center of Jersey City is located in the neighborhood, with both City Hall and the main branch of the public library located here. While most of the Van Vorst neighborhood is residential, there is a commercial strip on Grove Street, where you'll find a number of restaurants and cafes.
Paulus Hook
Offering the best views of the New York City skyline, and transport via a tranquil ferry ride or the PATH at Exchange Place, Paulus Hook is a desirable neighborhood. Anyone who lives in the area has a grand view every morning, and if they take the path along the Hudson River, the walk or run will lead people to the historic Colgate Clock, one of Jersey City’s major fixtures. Washington Street offers a lively culture with a variety of restaurants and bars.
The Heights
The Heights is a popular destination for new residents including transplants from Brooklyn or families looking for more space. The Heights is perfectly located for endless entertainment, dining, and convenience. Featuring amazing restaurants and cafes scattered throughout the district, it also offers many recreational amenities such as Riverview Fisk Park, home to many of the community’s events, including the seasonal Farmers Market and Annual Jazz Fest. The Heights’ stately Victorian Architecture and Edwardian homes as well as eclectic, artistic vibe and distinct sense of community make this one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Jersey City.
West Side
Stately Victorian homes frame the West Side neighborhood, blending urban conveniences with suburban charm. You’re only steps away from Lincoln Park on West Side Ave, considered to be the oldest and largest of Hudson County’s parks. This 150 acre oasis has trails, athletic fields, and nature preserves in abundance.
Journal Square
Journal Square is a burgeoning neighborhood with diverse homes such as brownstones, pre-war apartment buildings, and historical Victorian homes. Recent redevelopment has also seen highrise development with impressive condominium buildings. It has become highly desirable for the proximity to transportation to Manhattan at the PATH station. Journal Square is quickly becoming a cultural hub with landmarks such as Mana Contemporary, an exhibition space featuring artist studios, and the historical Lowe’s Jersey Theater, a non-profit arts and entertainment space.
Bergen-Lafayette
Bergen-Lafayette is a hidden gem and is quickly gaining popularity as the new hot spot. This diverse neighborhood is in a cultural renaissance with lots of shops, restaurants, bars, and new places to explore popping up. Charming streets are adjacent to Liberty State Park, a green oasis with views of New York City skyline, and the Statue of Liberty.
Hoboken
Hoboken radiates a big city’s vibe of youthful energy complete with hip restaurants, cool bars and funky shops. Its strategic location on the banks of the Hudson River across from lower Manhattan means waterside walkways boast impressive views of the Manhattan skyline. Hailed as one of the most walkable cities in the country, the picturesque streets feature stunning architecture and historical brownstones with modern amenities at every corner. The PATH station provides easy access directly to Manhattan.
Bayonne
Vibrant neighborhoods, plentiful eateries, boutiques, scenic parks, and an abundance of entertainment options are only a few of the reasons why so many choose to call Bayonne, New Jersey home. Often referred to as “Peninsula City”, Bayonne is ideally situated on a 3-mile peninsula south of Jersey City and across from the northern part of Staten Island. The modest town offers the best of both worlds with convenient access to New York City as well as a peaceful community separated from the hustle and bustle of big city life.