Living on the Hudson

Jon Corzine Sells His Maxwell Place Condo in Hoboken

Walter Burns — Mon, 21 May 2012 01:25:55 +0000

Corzine Closes Condo at Hoboken’s Maxwell Place

Former NJ Governor & US Senator Jon Corzine has sold his Maxwell Place condominium in Hoboken. The 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 2,400 sq.ft. penthouse corner layout with unobstructed Manhattan & Hudson River views listed for $2,900,000 in late January before going under contract after 33 days on the market. The condo closed for $2,800,000 ($1,166 per sq.ft.) on May 7th. The anonymous purchaser paid cash.

Corzine paid $3,262,581 for the property in January 2008. He purchased two pre-construction units from Toll Brothers and combined them into one large custom penthouse in the Hoboken waterfront condo community featuring 24 hour concierge, resident’s lounge, outdoor pool, and fitness center.

Browse all Maxwell Place condos here.

West New York, NJ Condominium Spotlight on Grandview I

Walter Burns — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:17:24 +0000

Today, I’d like to resume my occasional series on impressive Hudson County area communities by telling you about Grandview I in West New York.

This 4-story condominium community, which is located near the historic Paulus Hook district, is a highly desirable address on the New Jersey real estate market.

Continue reading to learn more about this New Jersey residential community.

West New York Condos for Sale

The 40 units that comprise Grandview were clearly built with the discerning New Jersey condo buyer in mind.

These luxurious condos contain such sought-after features as:

Crown molding
Spacious walk-in closets
Washer and dryers in unit
Newer kitchen appliances
Oak and ceramic tile floors
And more!

These units range from 478 to 1,806 square feet and come in a variety of floor plans, including studio, 1 and 2-bedrooms.

Life at Grandview only gets better when you start to explore the amenities offered onsite, including:

Exercise room
Beautifully landscaped community outdoor terrace
Common roof deck
And more!

Plus, Grandview provides onsite secure parking as well as a video intercom system with front door release

Grandview is right next door to the Exchange Place financial district, which includes Goldman Sachs.

This West New York condominium’s location also means it’s close to several key public transportation amenities, such as:

The New York Waterway Ferry, located just one block away
The Exchange Place PATH station, located just three blocks away
The Holland or Lincoln Tunnel, located just minutes away

Grandview is also extremely close to the New Jersey Turnpike, I-95 and other major thoroughfares.

Your West New York, NJ Real Estate Expert

As of just a couple of weeks ago, there were only two units available at this stunning New Jersey condominium community, as well as four units under contract.

The average asking price for these units was $691,950.

If you think that Grandview I is exactly the New Jersey condo you’ve been looking for, contact me, Walter Burns, today!

I’ll provide you with the most up-to-date information on condos for sale at Grandview I as well as answer any questions you may have.

For the time being, however, please enjoy some of the FREE NJ home-buying resources I offer online, including:

Jersey City Neighborhood Spotlight on The Portofino

Walter Burns — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:39:27 +0000

If you’re the kind of New Jersey condominium buyer whose dream is to live in a luxury high rise building with stunning views of downtown Manhattan, then you may consider checking out The Portofino in Jersey City.

This elite waterfront condominium offers everything from resort-style amenities to spacious, beautifully designed condominium units.

For these reasons and more, it is my pick for this week’s New Jersey condo spotlight.

Continue reading to learn more!

The Portofino: An Incredible Investment on the New Jersey Real Estate Market

The Portofino is a 26-story condominium community that features units ranging from 700 to 1,500 square feet.

These units come in a variety of floor plans, including:

Studio
1-bedroom
2-bedroom
3-bedroom

Whichever floor plan they ultimately choose, residents will find an identical commitment to excellence in each. Units at The Portofino include such high-end features as:

Generous-sized Windows
Hardwood Flooring
Direct TV & Surround Sound Capability
High-Speed Internet Access
And more!

In recent years, these incredible units have sold for anywhere between $400,000 and $750,000.

That’s quite a bargain when you consider all the unbeatable amenities you’ll find at The Portofino, such as:

Round-the-clock lobby attendant
Business Center with top notch Internet service
Conference Room
Community Room
Outdoor heated pool with views of the city
Modern fitness center
Covered parking in a secure, gated lot

What’s more, this cosmopolitan condominium boasts an excellent location right on the New Jersey waterfront. It’s also located near the Newport Path hub area and Exchange Place financial district.

For longer excursions, residents at The Portofino enjoy easy access to a number of public transportation systems, including:

NY Waterway Ferry
Hudson Bergen Light Rail System
PATH Train Station
And more!

Plus, it’s exceptionally easy for residents at The Portofino to hop on a number of major thoroughfares in the area, such as the New Jersey Turnpike and Lincoln and Holland Tunnel.

Invest in a Condominium at The Portofino Today!

If The Portofino sounds like exactly the kind of New Jersey condominium you’ve been looking for, then contact me, Walter Burns.

I’ll be more than happy to assist you in all of your home buying needs by offering you expert advice as well as a number of New Jersey real estate tools, such as:

Until next time,

Walter

Jersey City Condominium Spotlight on The A Condominiums

Walter Burns — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:15:45 +0000

For this week’s New Jersey condominium spotlight, I’d like to tell you about The A Condominiums in Jersey City.

This incredible residential community features homes ranging from 600 to 1,250 square feet, with prices running from $350,000 to $700,000.

Located off Washington Street, The A Condominiums offers its residents everything they need to enjoy the luxurious life, include:

Easy access to New York City
Incredible views of the Big Apple
Fantastic public transportation options
Countless recreational amenities located on site
And so much more

Continue reading to learn more about this impressive Jersey City condominium community.

Enjoy Luxury Living in This Jersey City, NJ Condominium!

When you’re a resident at The A Condominiums, you’ll feel like royalty every time you return home for the day.

That’s because The A Condominiums is the epitome of luxury living. As a resident you’ll enjoy such high-end amenities as:

Round-the-clock concierge
Personal assistant services
State-of-the-art fitness facility
Sunset Terrace
And so much more!

That commitment to luxury is even more evident in your personal home, where you’ll find such lavish details as:

Kempas wide-plank wood floors
Floor to ceiling windows
Generously sized private outdoor areas
Spacious walk-in closets
High-end kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops
Marble bathrooms
And more!

When residents decide to venture outside of their beautiful condominium, they’ll find that they have easy access to all that New York City has to offer, thanks to the intricate network of public transportation systems nearby. This network includes:

The PATH Station
NY Ferry
Regional Light Rail
And more!

Invest in a Unit at The A Condominiums in Jersey City Today!

If The A Condominiums has piqued your interest as a New Jersey condo buyer, then contact me, Walter Burns, your New Jersey real estate expert.

I’ll let you know about available listings as well as provide you with numerous condo-buying resources, such as:

Until next time,

Walter

Guttenberg Neighborhood Spotlight on Galaxy Towers

Walter Burns — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:05:00 +0000

Located in Guttenberg, NJ, Galaxy Towers is about as unique and impressive as its name would suggest!

Ranging from 700 to 2,000 square feet, these homes appeal to an array of condominium buyers.

And with prices from the $150s up to more than $1 million, this New Jersey condominium also appeals to plenty of price ranges as well.

Continue reading to learn more about what makes Galaxy Towers stand out on the New Jersey real estate market.

Galaxy Towers: Where Location and Lifestyle Meet!

There are actually three octagonal skyscrapers that comprise the Galaxy Towers, offering a total of 1,075 condominium units.

Stretching more than 415 feet above the Hudson River, these magnificent towers offers residents unobstructed and gorgeous views of the Hudson River.

But this New Jersey condominium offers so much more than incredible vistas.

Residents will find themselves feeling like royalty when they realize how many amenities they have at their fingertips at the Galaxy Towers, including:

Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
Sun decks
Children’s pool
Sauna
State-of-the-art fitness center
Community rooms
Round-the-clock concierge
Drive-in parking
Doormen

What’s more, there’s also an onsite shopping mall, which features every type of shop you could ever need for your day-to-day living. These include:

Bank
Pharmacy
Dry clearner
Grocery Store
Restaurants
And more!

For those occasions when they need to venture out of the Galaxy Towers complex, residents find they have incredibly easy access to all the shopping, dining and entertainment amenities that New York City has to offer.

That’s all thanks to a sophisticated public transportation system that includes:

Several bus lines
The Ferry
Light rail transportation

Invest in a Guttenberg, NJ Condominium Today!

If you like what you’ve heard about this Guttenberg community so far and would like to learn more about what it’s like to live there, then contact me, Walter Burns.

When you contact me, I’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have as well as let you know about any available listings there.

And now with my Recent Sold Data features, you can learn even more about Galaxy Towers condo sales!

Until next time,

Walter

Neighborhood Information on the Shore Club in Jersey City, NJ

Walter Burns — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:17:03 +0000

For today’s New Jersey condo spotlight, I’d like to tell you about the Shore Club, an impressive residential community that features homes ranging from 800 to 2,250 square feet.

Located in Jersey City, these condominiums are typically priced between $450,000 and $1,500,000.

Continue reading to learn more about this desirable New Jersey condominium community to see if it’s the right fit for you and your lifestyle.

The Shore Club Has It All: Fabulous Amenities, An Amazing Location, and So Much More!

At the Shore Club, you’ll feel like royalty each and every day.

That’s because this luxurious condominium communities offers its residents nothing but the finest in home features, such as:

Spacious floor plans
Generously-sized living rooms
Expansive kitchens
Top-of-the-line kitchen appliances
Marble bathrooms
Hardwood floors
And so much more!

Once you step out of your beautiful Shore Club condominiums, you will be greeted with friendly service and lavish amenities, such as:

24-hour concierge
High quality fitness center
Steam room
Sauna and Whirlpool
A supermarket right in the building complex
Children’s play room
And so much more!

And since it’s situated on the Hudson River, the Shore Club offers its residents gorgeous views of both the river and the Manhattan skyline each time they look out the window.

The stunning views also highlight the Shore Club’s ideal location. Residents here need only take a five minute walk to the PATH station.

From the PATH station, it’s just a 10-minute ride into downtown or midtown Manhattan!

Invest in a Jersey City Condominium Today!

Ready to take the next step toward owning your own Shore Club condominium? Then contact me, Walter Burns, today!

As your New Jersey real estate expert, I’ll be able to provide you with expert advice on how to secure the best deal on a Shore Club condominium as well as recent market data on the Shore Club

I’ll also offer you a number of helpful Jersey City condo buying resources, such as:

Until next time,

Walter

Hoboken, NJ Neighborhood Spotlight on Maxwell Place

Walter Burns — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:58:03 +0000

If you’re looking for a luxurious, waterfront New Jersey condominium located conveniently close to New York City, then Maxwell Place may just be the residential community for you!

Not only does this beautiful New Jersey community have an excellent location and incredible views of the Hudson River, but it also offers its residents an exhaustive list of amenities.

For these reasons and more, that is why Maxwell Place is my pick for my weekly neighborhood spotlight feature.

Continue reading to learn more about Maxwell Place in Hudson County.

Live the Luxurious Life at Maxwell Place in Hudson County, NJ

Maxwell Place offers interested Hudson County home buyers an array of living arrangement options, including, studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom condominiums and town homes.

No matter which residential unit they decide to live in, residents have unlimited access to an array of amenities right on site, including:

Complete fitness center
Rooftop swimming pool
Rooftop courtyards and gardens
Private lounge, game room, business center and theatre – all of which are part of Club Maxwell
24-hour concierge

What’s more, there are tons of retail, dining and entertainment venues located extremely close to Maxwell Place.

And for those who wish to make a trip into the City for work or pleasure, residents will be pleased to find that this Hoboken condominium is conveniently located near the Manhattan Ferry as well as shuttle service to the PATH.

Your Hoboken, NJ Real Estate Expert

Currently there are several incredible units available on the Hoboken, NJ real estate market, with the average asking price at about $1,087,780.

With an average living price of about 1,283 square feet, the average price per square foot at Maxwell Place is $848.

So if you’re interested in learning more about living at Maxwell Place and would like to take the next step toward owning your own Hoboken condominium unit, contact me, Walter Burns.

While you’re at it, you may want to consider browsing some of the FREE online NJ real estate resources I offer:

Until next time,

Walter

Former NY Giant Jeremy Shockey Sells West New York Townhouse

Walter Burns — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:52:31 +0000

Jacobs Ferry Hudson River Waterfront Town Home

Jeremy Shockey, the former Tight end of the NY Giants has sold his West New York town house located in the Hudson River waterfront community of Jacobs Ferry. Shockey sold the 3 bedroom/3.5 bath, 4,000 sq.ft corner town home overlooking the Manhattan skyline for $1,800,000 in August of 2011. He paid $2,550,000 for the property in July 2004.

Jacobs Ferry Condos in West New York Offers Incredible New York City Views

The view of NYC from Jacobs Ferry

Shockey left the Giants after the 2007 season and went on to win a Superbowl with the New Orleans Saints in 2010. He played the 2011/2012 season with the Carolina Panthers.

View the Jacobs Ferry town homes for sale here.

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West New York Neighborhood Spotlight: Jacobs Ferry

Walter Burns — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:28:43 +0000

West New York is a charming community right outside of New York City that offers its residents everything from excellent public schools to upscale shopping opportunities.

Plus, since it sits at the highest elevation in Hudson County, residents regularly comment on the incredible views of New York City they get looking right outside their window.

If you’ve been thinking about making West New York your permanent home, then you’ve come to the right Hoboken area real estate site!

Today, I’ll be telling you about one West New York condominium that has gained a reputation over the years for being one of the most desirable condominiums in all of West New York: Jacobs Ferry

West New York Condominiums for Sale

There are 510 townhome condo homes that comprise the Jacobs Ferry community, with the average square living area being about 2,391 square feet.

Right now, condo sellers are asking for an average of $868,299 on Jacobs Ferry condominiums. Here’s all that you get with that sort of price:

Beautiful landscaping throughout the property, including a courtyard and tree-lined streets
Tennis courts
2 community swimming pools
Cabanas
24-hour security
Children’s playground
And more!

Plus, Jacobs Ferry offers an array of floor plan options, meaning that you and your family will likely be able to find a home at this West New York condo that fits your needs perfectly. Here are just some of the floor plans that are offered here:

Albany Layout: 2 BR, 1-3 Bath, LR, Kitchen, and Family RM, 1250 sq ft
Essex Layout: 2 BR, 2.5 Bath Plus, Family Room & Loft, TriPlex 2300 sq ft
Hoboken Layout 3 BR, 3.5 Bath Plus, Family Room, Loft, TriPlex Corner unit on promenade 2850 sq ft featuring 2 garage spots
Harbor Place Mansion : 2-4 BR, 3 Plus Baths, 2 Car Garage, Large Family RM & Loft area, Private Elevator, 4110 sq ft

And with condos ranging from $595,000 to $3 million, there’s something for every price range to choose from.

Have a bunch of plans for the weekend? No worries! Jacobs Ferry is conveniently located near the NJ Turnpike and Hudson Bergen Light Rail, meaning you’re always within just a short drive from all your shopping, dining and entertainment needs.

Plus several shopping centers are just a short drive away as well.

West New York Real Estate

Need even more reason to invest in a condo at Jacobs Ferry? This impressive community received the 1999 Gold Award winning design “Community of the Year Award”

Contact me, Walter Burns, to learn more about what makes Jacobs Ferry such a special community.

And while you’re at it, be sure to browse some of our helpful home buying tools, which will make navigating the West New York real estate market that much easier!

Until next time,

Walter

Jersey City Neighborhood Spotlight: Mandalay

Walter Burns — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:12:29 +0000

Today I’ll be continuing my series on impressive greater New York City condominiums by telling you about the Mandalay on the Hudson community in Jersey City.

This stunning 25-story condominium features 269 units, with an average living area of about 862 square feet.

Floor plans at Mandalay range from 1 to 3 bedrooms.

Continue reading to learn more about this Jersey City condominium to discover if it’s a good fit for you and your family.

Mandalay Condominium: Great Location, Fantastic Amenities

If you’re looking for a Jersey City condominium community that exudes prestige and sophistication, then consider checking out Mandalay.

As a resident, you’ll enjoy such conveniences in your condominium as:

Hardwood floors
Upgraded, luxury kitchens
Spacious balconies on select units
Cable and internet access
And more!

Plus, there are plenty of amenities throughout the complex at Mandalay, including picnic and barbecue areas, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a children’s playground and a fitness facility!

Have someone in your family who commutes to the city for work? You’ll be pleased to find that Mandalay is situated near the PATH train station, a Manhattan Ferry terminal and the Hudson Bergen Light Rail system.

And on your days off, you’ll be just a short drive away from several more recreational attractions, including:

Downtown Hoboken
Newport Centre Mall
Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty
And more!

Your Jersey City Real Estate Experts

If Mandalay sounds like the kind of community that would complement your lifestyle well, then contact me, Walter Burns, your Jersey City REALTOR.

And if it’s not exactly what you want but you’re still interested in living in Jersey City, I recommend you check out these other impressive condominium communities:

Until next time,

Walter