Consistently lauded by national press as one of the country’s best places to live, Jersey City, NJ has become a haven for young professionals seeking a dynamic lifestyle just across the Hudson River from New York City. Its trendy shops and boutiques, acclaimed dining, cultural vibrancy and exciting nightlife have made this Hudson County city a national residential hotspot.

Jersey City’s lure and booming population has boosted neighborhood revivals away from its downtown district and Hudson River waterfront. Up-and-coming communities throughout the 21-square mile city are welcoming an influx of high-end homes in modern, well-amenitized buildings and offered at attractive pricing. These properties are designed to provide all that today’s renter desires, from oversized layouts and modern interior features to coworking elements and expanded outdoor green spaces.

On Jersey City’s West Side, for example, the cutting-edge Birch House is being hailed by renters for its large, contemporary homes and emphasis on nature inside and out. Designed by renowned Minno & Wasko Architects and Planners, with interiors and amenities curated by The Meshberg Group, six-story building is a unique find not only in Jersey City, but in surrounding markets.

Alyssa Abner is one of many young professionals who have opted to live a balanced lifestyle with urban tranquility at Birch House. She recently moved into the 337-home building when relocating to Jersey City from Newark, DE for a more vibrant environment and better career opportunities.

“I lived in an apartment shared with my younger brother right off the University of Delaware campus for 4.5 years before moving to Jersey City,” she said. “I decided to relocate due to the stagnancy I felt in the area. There was not much room for growth in my hometown or surrounding areas. Jersey City was the perfect place for me to take a risk.”

As a mental wellness coach, Alyssa is well versed in the benefits of connecting with nature to maintain a positive attitude. With a network of open space be activated for resident use, Birch House enables residents to sustain a healthy state of mind amidst the hustle-and-bustle of city living.

“I loved the amenities,” she continues. “What attracted me most was the greenery, plants, use of outdoor space, and courtyard. I believe access to natural resources, especially in your safe space, is essential to a balanced mental space.”

The 20,000 square-foot garden courtyard with open green space and extensive landscaping is a peaceful oasis at Birch House. The building also features a 22,000 square-foot rooftop with 360-degree views of the Hackensack Waterfront District, Downtown Jersey City and Manhattan in the distance. Birch House seamlessly integrates environmentally conscious design and state-of-the-art living. Emphasizing sustainability, Birch House incorporates meaningful green features such as a composting system producing fertilizer for the property’s landscaping, community garden planters, rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle chargers, rainwater collection for irrigation, and a vast 20,000 square-foot landscaped park. LED light fixtures and low flow fixtures further enhance the eco-friendly aspect within each residence.

“The amenities played a huge role in my decision and the green focus was a huge motivating factor,” Alyssa added. “The gym, rooftop access, and game room were key contributors to my decision. Its location on the West Side was also a factor. I enjoyed the area being close enough to the city, as well as the highway for times I want to travel home.”

In all, Birch House boasts a remarkable 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, creating a dynamic live/work/play environment. Residents can enjoy private and public co-working spaces for flexible work-from-home models. The inviting hotel-like lobby, leading to the second floor by an interconnected stair, serves as an open and welcoming entrance. Additional amenities include a speakeasy-style bar, fitness center, demonstration kitchen, game room, and convenient covered onsite parking with EV charging stations available.

The property offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes with elevated finishes that include custom oversized floor-to-ceiling windows that allow natural light to fill each home, complementing the wide plank oak floors that grace the interiors. Lavish kitchens come equipped with GE appliances, featuring a four-burner range, stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and Frigidaire microwave. The aesthetic is completed with grey quartz countertops, a grey stone-tiled backsplash, white oak and grey cabinetry, and stand-alone kitchen islands. Sumptuous baths offer a luxurious retreat, showcasing porcelain tile floors and wet walls, custom matte black medicine cabinets, and deep soaking bathtubs with handheld shower fixtures.

Monthly rents for the homes at Birch House start at $1,995 per month.

Birch House was developed by Halpern Real Estate Ventures which tapped Corcoran Group Marketing as the property’s exclusive marketing and leasing agent.