More than 50% of the luxury rental residences in the second phase of The Hazel in Jersey City’s Bergen-Lafayette have been leased, according to developers Alpine Residential and Fields Grade.
The eye-catching six-story building offers 87 oversized studio- to two-bedroom homes and an impressive suite of resort-style amenities, building upon the initial offering of 114 apartments and further solidifying The Hazel as a premier lifestyle destination in the Hudson County city’s reenergized Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood. South Oxford Management, Alpine’s affiliated management company, is directing the leasing program and management.
Homes at The Hazel are offered at monthly rents starting at $2,916 with a limited-time incentive of up to two months free on select lease terms. The light-filled residences are outfitted with upscale finishes and appointments, including nine-foot-plus ceilings, luxury plank flooring, custom modular closets, complimentary window treatments, in-home washer and dryer and smart lock entry. Gourmet kitchens boast stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, full-height backsplashes, and under-cabinet lighting, while spa-like baths are lavishly appointed. Select residences offer a bonus den for added living space and flexibility.
The Hazel boasts an impressive roster of social and recreational offerings, including a rooftop terrace with sparkling pool, BBQ areas, outdoor seating, a mist station, multiple courtyards and a dog run. There’s also a sky lounge with crystal clear New York City skyline views, co-working space, a library with fireplace, state-of-the-art-fitness center and a demonstration kitchen. The full-service resident experience is further enhanced by on-site Concierge, amenity guest suite, TULU lending system, package room, bike storage, electric scooters and garage parking with electric charging stations.
“The Hazel has pioneered the growth of Bergen-Lafayette into one of Jersey City’s most popular residential neighborhoods,” said Bill Rosato, Managing Partner of Alpine Residential, which has developed hundreds of homes in the neighborhood, with hundreds more in the pipeline. “The first Hazel building debuted three years ago and was immediately embraced by renters hungering for an alternative to high-priced apartments in Downtown Jersey City. Judging by the leasing success we’ve experienced in the second phase, its popularity remains just as strong today. The Hazel continues to satisfy a high demand for large, elegant homes and sought-after amenities in neighborhoods away from the waterfront.”
Designed by Fogarty Finger Architecture, The Hazel features a distinctive façade comprised of gray and green brick punctuated by large floor-to-ceiling windows as a nod to the neighborhood’s industrial heritage. Located at 89 Monitor Street, the building is a signature addition to a dynamic neighborhood setting known for its eclectic art, dining, and nightlife scene and accessibility to Liberty State Park, Downtown Jersey City, and Manhattan.
Bergen-Lafayette has benefited from significant investment and city-backed infrastructure improvements, including the extension of Jersey Avenue for pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicular traffic that have created better connections to downtown, while existing light rail service links the neighborhood to PATH trains and ferry terminals and ultimately, Manhattan.
For outdoor recreation, Liberty State Park offers a green oasis in the middle of the metropolis with more than 1,200 acres of open space, a two-mile waterfront promenade, an outdoor performance area, and a restaurant with sweeping views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty. The park also offers a full-service marina, ferry service to Manhattan, charter boat excursions and maritime sightseeing tours. Also anchoring the neighborhood is the Liberty Science Center with its ever-evolving interactive museum experience, and future SciTech Scity.
“Bergen-Lafayette encapsulates all that makes Jersey City so great, including delicious eateries, hip shops, and the renowned Liberty State Park,” added Rob Giannone, Director of Development for Fields Grade. “It also provides a great alternative to the hectic pace of downtown neighborhoods with a more tranquil, small-town environment.”
Bergen-Lafayette’s rapid ascent to one of Jersey City’s most desirable new residential destinations has been bolstered by the efforts of Alpine Residential and Fields Grade, the pioneering developers behind The Bergen Lafayette Collection, a series of bespoke mixed-use properties that have reshaped the neighborhood.
The Hazel is one of five rental buildings in the collection, which includes three other complete buildings — Atlas, Starling and Solaris Lofts. Alpine Residential is also currently developing Scholars Village on the banks of Liberty State Park and in the heart of the SciTech Scity innovation hub, which will feature 500 design-forward residences and retail space.
A key component of each luxury property has been the inclusion of supportive retail space. The Hazel is home to Cheeky’s, a “New Orleans-style” sandwiches restaurant. Other new businesses and needed services that have opened within The Bergen Lafayette Collection include Eggs Up, a breakfast café in Atlas, and MochiDough/BoberTea, a premium Japanese donut and bubble tea shop, and The Roxy restaurant, both located in Starling.
For more information on The Hazel and to schedule a private appointment to experience the model homes and amenities, please call 201.345.8989 or visit the www.TheHazelJC.com. The Leasing Office is open daily and located at 89 Monitor Street, Jersey City, NJ.
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