Jersey City Real Estate & Homes for Sale in New Jersey

Jersey City Real Estate & Homes for Sale in New Jersey

Jersey City's downtown district is situated in the northeastern part of the city, seven miles east of Newark. Home to more than 240,000 residents, Jersey City is a major manufacturing and transportation center, sending products to market along the Eastern Seaboard and across the globe via rail, road and sea. Jersey City is separated from New York City by the Hudson River and offers stunning views of Manhattan from the waterfront area downtown. The waterfront is one of Jersey City’s hottest residential areas, while the charming Historic Downtown District features restaurants, shops, antique stores and services. Also found in downtown Jersey City is Liberty State Park, which offers views of - and ferry rides to -- Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The Liberty Science Center provides a fun learning environment for all ages. The center houses the largest IMAX dome screen in the world and features interactive exhibits focusing on invention, health, and the environment. Primary and secondary students attend schools in the Jersey City Public School District, while those seeking higher education can choose from Hudson County Community College, New Jersey City University and Saint Peter's College. Recreationally speaking, the Hudson River offers fishing, crabbing and boating. Boats can be launched or berthed at Liberty Landing Marina. Not to be missed is the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade along Kennedy Boulevard, a Jersey City tradition featuring bagpipers, shamrock-wearing priests, antique cars and contests. The Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) subway system connects Jersey City to Hoboken, Harrison, Newark and New York City.