While Jersey City’s rental market has been making news, Hoboken certainly has its share of amazing new buildings and neighborhoods.  7 Seventy House, a new 424-home luxe-apartment complex near the 9th Street Light Rail Station, falls squarely into that category.  Developed by Bijou Properties and Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation, the building has achieved the impressive mark of 50% leased just five months after opening to the public.  The developers of 7 Seventy recently announced the milestone with The Marketing Directors, the building’s exclusive marketing and leasing agent.

Offering modern studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom residences along with one of the most comprehensive amenity packages in the Hudson County market, 7 Seventy House has successful drawn a mix of renters from both sides of the Hudson River, according to a press release.  Move-ins are well underway at the MHS Architects-designed building, which is now home to over 150 residents.

Jacqueline Urgo, President of The Marketing Directors, noted in the press release, “Bijou Properties and Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation have been trailblazers on Hoboken’s western edge, creating cutting-edge properties that accentuate the neighborhood’s desirability and its ease of commute.   7 Seventy House embodies all these attributes with a rental lifestyle unlike any other found in Hoboken.  Not only does it elevate urban living with stylish homes and a seemingly endless list of amenities, but the incorporation of public open space, plazas and park and playgrounds has created a sense of strong community that permeates throughout the building.”

Residences at 7 Seventy House feature open floor plans with red oak engineered wood floors and expansive windows that bathe the homes in natural light.  Kitchens boast Quartz countertops, white ceramic tile backsplashes, custom cabinetry, and a premium GE stainless-steel appliance package, with in residence Bosch washer and dryers.  Luxury baths are outfitted with grey mineral stone tile and Moen & Kohler fixtures.  A selection of homes include private outdoor balconies and terraces up to 800 square feet.

The landmark building features a 14-story high rise tower with multiple terraced setbacks, a glass and brick exterior and a distinctive columned entryway.  Monthly rents start in the $2,600s, with limited-time incentives that include one-month free on a 13-month lease.  Immediate occupancy is available.

Enhancing resident lifestyle at 7 Seventy House is more than 90,000 square feet of resort-style amenities, including a penthouse pool and roof deck with lounge seating, expansive amenity deck with BBQ stations, multiple outdoor gardens, bocce ball court, state-of-the-art multi-level gym, play room, game room, indoor bike storage, on-site dog park, dog grooming room, alcove with co-working lounge and coffee station and a conference room with access to an outdoor lounge with a fire pit.  The amenity spaces are strategically located on multiple floors with views that include the Manhattan skyline. Perfectly designed by Brooklyn-based interior designer Factioned, the amenities are merchandised with chic and fashionable furnishings and appointments that blend an industrial flair with a modern lifestyle environment.

Beyond the private amenities, 7 Seventy House will offer services that include a 24-hour attended lobby, Hello Alfred concierge service and covered parking.   There’s also approximately 25,000 square feet of ground floor retail space that will serve residents and the Hoboken community.

Additionally, the building is just steps from Hoboken’s 9th Street Light Rail Station and blends an upscale living experience with the convenience of quick access throughout New Jersey’s Hudson River “Gold Coast.” Services include, Hoboken’s PATH and New Jersey Transit and Ferry terminals that travel to Manhattan.  Closer to home, there’s a wide range of services and cultural attractions available in the Monroe Center, the premier arts and business community in Hoboken, which boasts artist studios, children’s activities, fitness facilities, eateries and much more.

7 Seventy House is a multi-faceted mix-use project that was developed in conjunction with a two-acre resiliency park donated by Bijou Properties and Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation to Hoboken.  The initial installation of the park will open this summer and includes a children’s playground, a one-acre green space designed for active and passive recreation uses, a state-of-the-art 6,835 square-foot community gymnasium and infrastructure to capture over 450,000 gallons of rainwater to reduce flooding.  A second phase is expected to open shortly and will include a one-acre public plaza with step seating and tilted lawn panel, play sculpture and a large plaza to accommodate vendors and seasonal markets.   The project is part of the larger redevelopment of Hoboken‘s once-industrial western edge into a vibrant and active pedestrian-friendly neighborhood.

For additional information on 7 Seventy House, please visit www.7seventyhouse.com or call 201-795-0770.

About Bijou Properties

Founded in 1999 in Hoboken, N.J., Bijou Properties owns, operates & develops the highest quality sustainable buildings and has become a recognized leader in the field of green development along the Hudson Waterfront. Recent projects include Park + Garden, Garden Street Lofts (NJ’s First LEED Gold Residential Highrise) and Vine, a 135-unit LEED certified rental building at 900 Monroe Street. The developer has also introduced Candela Lofts, the first Passive House multi-family condominium building in New Jersey, and VIA Lofts, a collection of ten luxury condominiums at 1410 Grand Street, and Edge Adams, a 34-unit rental building that’s part of its Edge Lofts apartment portfolio.

About Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation

Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser with decades long experience in real estate investment, finance, development, construction management and asset management. Since 1959, Intercontinental and its affiliates have managed, developed, or owned collectively over $10 billion in real estate property. Today, Intercontinental manages a real estate portfolio of approximately $9.5 billion for its clients. The Intercontinental portfolio is diversified both by robust property mix and by geography. Fund strategies actively seek opportunities to invest in both Core and Core-Plus properties, as well as in Value-Add operating properties and development projects.

About The Marketing Directors

With over 35 years of experience, The Marketing Directors is the preeminent development advisory that works exclusively on behalf of residential owners and builders to develop, market, and lease residential homes. The Marketing Directors are industry leaders, respected partners, and market innovators.www.themarketingdirectorsinc.com

New 549-Unit Rental Building in Downtown Jersey City Recognized for Meeting Strict Guidelines for Environmental Sustainability

235 Grand, the new 46-story rental building in Downtown Jersey City, has earned LEED® certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), co-developers Ironstate Development Company and KRE Group announced today.

The honor comes seven months after the collection of 549 residences opened to the public.  More than 80% of the homes have already been leased, with The Marketing Directors overseeing the successful leasing program.

The USGBC praised the developers’ approach to implementing practical and measurable solutions aimed at creating a healthy, highly efficient, cost-saving, green building.

“LEED certification identifies 235 Grand as a showcase example of sustainability and demonstrates your leadership in transforming the building industry,” said Mahesh Ramunujam, President & CEO of the USGBC and Green Business Certification, Inc.

Designed by HLW International, 235 Grand soars 46 stories into the downtown Jersey City skyline, granting residents dramatic views of Manhattan, New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. An elevated suite of indoor and outdoor amenities complements the community’s collection of contemporary residences.

“Achieving LEED certification for 235 Grand reflects our vision for this building and its positive impact on Jersey City,” said Michael Barry, President and CEO of Ironstate Development Company. “We are proud to be recognized for our commitment to sustainable building practices, and are delighted that renters looking for exceptional design, modern residences, a full amenity package and a prime downtown Jersey City location continue to choose 235 Grand.”

“Our company has embraced LEED development with an ongoing commitment to sustainable design and construction,” added Jonathan Kushner, president of KRE Group. “More and more residents today are connecting with residential options that reflect their eco-friendly lifestyle without sacrificing the modern amenites and services they expect in a luxury building.  235 Grand is living up to those high expectations.”

Located just blocks from the Hudson River waterfront, 235 Grand seamlessly unites contemporary design with the neighborhood’s vibrant history while placing residents just steps from an array of exciting lifestyle needs and services.  The building offers proximity to NY Waterway and the Grove Street PATH Station with service to Lower and Midtown Manhattan, while the nearby Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza — Jersey City’s Restaurant Row – bustles with food, cocktails, rooftop bars and outdoor community events.

Closer to home, KRE Group and Ironstate Development selected internationally-renowned Bentel & Bentel to fashion the interior spaces and amenity suite at 235 Grand to enhance the overall residential experience.  Designed for entertainment, work and leisure, the diverse offering of amenities includes a 24-hour attended lobby, state-of-the-art fitness center, barre/yoga studio, resident lounge and numerous co-working spaces. For outdoor socializing and relaxation, the building features a landscaped roof terrace with a swimming pool, movie screen, fire pit, BBQs, showers and Wi-Fi.  A playground will keep younger residents entertained, while a dog run creates a pet-friendly environment. The building also offers bicycle and private resident storage and an enclosed parking garage.

Design excellence and functionality extend to 235 Grand’s collection of apartments as well, which features spacious studio-to-two-bedroom floor plans with light-filled living spaces. Residences also boast upscale finishes, contemporary conveniences and dramatic views.  Kitchens are outfitted with Bianco quartz countertops, herringbone mosaic backsplashes, and a stainless-steel Whirlpool appliance package.  Refrigerators offer ice-makers and dishwashers have hidden, integrated controls for a sleek aesthetic. Bathrooms are adorned with Carrara marble and Kohler fixtures. All homes include washer/dryers.

Monthly net rents currently start at $2,535 for studios, from $2,750 for one-bedroom residences and from $4,265 for two-bedroom homes, with limited time incentives. Call for more details on incentives being offered.

“235 Grand’s market-leading leasing velocity stems in large part from its ability to attract local renters as well as those relocating from Manhattan, Long Island City, Queens and Brooklyn,” notes Jacqueline Urgo, president of The Marketing Directors. “Jersey City’s reputation as a destination for the arts, culture, dining and nightlife, with excellent proximity to Manhattan, is well-established and more and more people from the metropolitan area are choosing to make this their home.”

For more information on 235 Grand and to schedule an appointment to tour its furnished model homes and amenity spaces, call (201) 613-9235 or visit www.235Grand.com.