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Chefs kitchen 2BR house with backyard! Easy walk to NYC train/bus. Near EWR

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Rates from USD $3600 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From December 21, 2027 until February 20, 2028

Description

This terrific 2 BR renovated historic house is 20min to Manhattan/15min from Newark Airport. Take the 24-hr PATH (8 min walk) downtown or 6th Ave. Bus 51 (3min walk ) is a straight ride to Times Square. The neighbors are great, we have a fantastic neighborhood full of culture and diversity and excellent local shops and restaurants. You can enjoy the growing community in Jersey City and spend less than you would in Manhattan or Brooklyn. I'm a professional chef and cook, and the spacious city kitchen is designed for serious cooking with everything you need and more including a Bluestar 6-burner gas stove and oversized oven, Kitchenaid dishwasher, Fisher Paykel refrigerator and icemaker, Instapot, Cuisinart air-fry oven, Vitamix, Cuisinart food processor, microwave, and more. All quality cooking essentials are provided. This house has two bedrooms with excellent queen beds with waterproof washable covers for peace of mind. I keep high count bed linens and cotton Turkish towels so you feel well cared for. •Natural latex organic mattress •Tempurpedic mattress and box spring. •The washer/dryer runs fast cycles. •The bathroom is a temple for relaxation with a clawfoot tub to soak after a long day. •Each room has a ceiling fan for your comfort and radiators with controlled heating. •New windows mean quiet and good insulation. •Library of cookbooks and food periodicals. •Yoga props •Lush organic backyard garden full of naturally treated plants, herbs and blossoms and fruit trees. •Please do water the plants in summer. They need it to grow and we have no accessible landscaper. My neighbor trims the grass. •There is a dishwasher, washer and dryer, and a large smart TV. •The house has keyless entry so you never lose keys. You’ll need to download an app for access. •The NJ/NY PATH train is a 6-min walk and there is a shuttle bus at the top of the street (3 min walk) to Times Square (42nd St). •We have great cafes and bakeries a block away and plenty of great restaurants and convenient shops within walking distance including James Beard winners if you love to eat. •The neighborhood is very safe with an elementary school nearby and good neighbors. •Canco park is a 3 minute walk away for quiet green space if you want to get out of the yard. On both ends of the block we have great cafes with WiFi work areas and great coffee/pastries. •Lots of restaurants, grocery stores and more. •Citibikes are easy to access. •Mana contemporary art center is 3 min away. •Liberty State Park is nearby. •FIOS Wifi is very fast. •Pershing Field public pool is a short walk away with great places to stop en route. •Newark airport is 10-15 minutes away. There is a small driveway that might be able to accommodate your car and if you have a well-behaved, quiet pet that doesn't shed, bark or claw, please inquire.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
0

Size
1,050 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From December 21, 2027 until February 20, 2028

Minimum Stay

25 Days

Comments: I have a small separate 1 BR apt available but dates vary. December,-January holiday will have a different rate unless the entire month is booked. Please inquire!

Location

House in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

Closest University

New York University NYU Main Campus

Nearby Universities
School of Visual Arts East | Parsons School of Design | The New School | The New School | Rutgers University - Newark Campus | Fashion Institute of Technology | Hunter College | The Rockefeller University | Stevens Institute of Technology | Saint Peter's University | Seton Hall University | Columbia University | Fordham University Lincoln Center
Neighborhood

Journal Square

Nearby Cities

| Hoboken | Jersey City | Secaucus | Newark | Union City | New York | Fort Lee | Paramus

Comments: Walking distance to PATH to NYC, WTC, Newark and NYC subways. Shuttles to Port Authority (42nd St), 11 min to Newark Airport

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $3600 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: A $300 cleaning fee is additional at the end of each stay. Regular house cleaning is negotiable.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with plants or garden

The yard and garden could use some occasional watering and maintenance. Ditto with houseplants.

Comments: If there’s snow/ice you will need to take care of trash and recycling as a resident. This will also require shoveling the sidewalk, stairs and pathway and sprinkle salt for ice when necessary in winter.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: You must take trash out and follow recycling rules. Please read house rules.

Reviews

2
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Listing Owner

Member Since 2023

Trust Score (42)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Listing Owner

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Trust Score (42)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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