RESIDENTS OF BIRCH HOUSE ON JERSEY CITY’S WEST SIDE BASK IN SOPHISTICATED AND ENERGTIC RENTAL LIFESTYLE
JERSEY CITY, NJ – With a roster of incredible indoor amenities that rival a five-star hotel, Birch House on Jersey City’s West Side provides residents with a sophisticated and activity-rich lifestyle from the moment they enter the striking six-story building.
An energetic vibe permeates throughout the collection of 337 luxury homes which is now a bustling rental address with residents taking full advantage of world-class amenities that include an inspiring lobby and coffee bar with a dramatic staircase leading to a highly-amenitized second floor where private co-working spaces, a state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga and Pilates studios, a demonstration kitchen, library lounge, a media room and children’s playroom await. Additional leisure time activities are available on the building’s sixth floor which boasts a hidden speakeasy bar, and fully-equipped gaming & billiard lounge.
New residents at Birch House are immediately immersed in its vibrant lifestyle thanks to a lengthy list of social activities and events hosted in its world-class amenity offerings. Most recently, the property held a fun-filled holiday party for neighbors to celebrate the spirit of the season in a festive atmosphere. There’s plenty on tap for residents in 2025, including a book club in the building’s library lounge, speakeasy happy hour, resident-only fitness classes in the fitness studio, a pie baking event in the demonstration kitchen and seasonal parties like an end of summer BBQ on the outdoor roof deck, and so much more.
While indoor amenities take center stage during colder temperatures, awaiting residents when warm weather arrives are showstopping outdoor amenities, including a 20,000 square-foot garden courtyard with extensive landscaping and a 22,000 square-foot rooftop with 360-degree views of the Hackensack Waterfront District, Downtown Jersey City and Manhattan in the distance. And that’s not all. With convenience in mind, Birch House also offers covered onsite parking with EV charging stations and a complimentary shuttle service to the Journal Square PATH station for commuters.
“Birch House features some of the most unique amenities in the Hudson County market, with an emphasis on nature and balanced living,” Joel Halpern, President of developer Halpern Real Estate Ventures (HREV). “The indoor amenities boast a biophilic design and spaces good for the body, mind and soul, including a fully equipped fitness center, tranquil co-working spaces and the resident library and lounge. On the sixth floor, there’s a fun vibe with a game room with gaming station, ping pong and an arcade and the speakeasy bar. No matter the mood, Birch House offers the perfect amenity.”
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.
Residences at Birch House offer elevated finishes including custom oversized floor-to-ceiling windows that allow natural light to fill each home complemented by the wide-plank oak floors throughout. Chef-quality kitchens come equipped with top-of-the-line GE appliances, including a four-burner range, stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and a Frigidaire microwave. The aesthetic is completed with sleek 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 studio apartments at Birch House begin from $2,150, one-bedroom residences are priced from $2,485 and two-bedroom homes start at $3,395.
Corcoran Group Marketing is conducting the Birch House rental program from an on-site leasing gallery with professionally decorated model residences styled by celebrated NYC-based ASH Staging. The building was designed by renowned Minno & Wasko Architects and Planners, with interiors and amenities curated by The Meshberg Group.
Located at 49 Fisk Street on the West Side of Jersey City, Birch House is situated in an area often referred to by residents as the Hackensack Waterfront District where significant investment and revitalization efforts are taking root, leading to the creation of a substantial amount of new residences, retail, amenities, greenery, and other community enhancements.
Birch House’s strategic location provides easy access to Route 440, connecting residents to the New Jersey Turnpike and Routes 1 and 9, bringing businesses and popular recreational options in northern New Jersey within easy reach. The Hudson Bergen Light Rail Station, just 5 blocks away, facilitates convenient travel to Downtown Jersey City and Manhattan.
The nearby 273-acre Lincoln Park offers access to diverse recreational facilities, including twenty-one public tennis courts, three playgrounds, a dog run, nature trails, several sports fields, and Skyway Golf Course, a scenic 9-hole layout adorned with colorful fescue, magnificent dunes, and rolling fairways.
For additional information on Birch House, please visit www.birchhousejc.com or email at birchhouse@corcoran.com.
About Halpern Real Estate Ventures
Halpern was founded in 2011 by a core team of experienced professionals, bringing together a substantial track record as real estate owners, institutional investors, and capital markets professionals. Halpern is actively engaged as a sponsor and operating partner in development, equity, and structured investments in major metropolitan centers and urban lifestyle cores in the Northeast, Colorado Front Range, and other high growth markets, with a key focus on Opportunity Zone investments. Since its inception in 2011, the Halpern platform has executed 16 investments, with 12 successful realizations and 4 active investments representing well over $1.5 billion of development value.
More information can be found on the website: www.hreventures.com.
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