Brown Harris Stevens
127 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
201-478-6700
Full-service residential brokerage with a Hoboken office.
Hudson County · Hoboken · Real Estate & Housing Guide
Hoboken Real Estate
Hoboken combines historic brownstones, row houses, walk-up apartments, converted industrial buildings and modern waterfront condominiums in one of New Jersey's most compact urban markets. Proximity to Manhattan and Hoboken Terminal supports strong demand, while flood exposure, condo finances, parking, historic-district rules and local rent regulations make careful due diligence especially important.
This NJTGO guide provides a current framework for understanding Hoboken housing without pretending that one citywide number can describe every block, building or property.
Hoboken Housing Market Snapshot — June 2026
$1.10MRedfin median sale price over the three months ending June 2026
23 daysRedfin average time on market over that three-month period
$879KRealtor.com median listing price for June 2026
$3,825/mo.Realtor.com median asking rent for June 2026
Why the numbers differ: market services use different data sets, time windows and methodologies. Realtor.com reported a June 2026 median sold price of about $1.015 million, while Redfin's three-month median was about $1.10 million. Use these figures as broad market context—not as an appraisal or prediction for a particular property.
How Hoboken's Housing Market Is Organized
DowntownTerminal / PATH AreaStrongest direct commuter access, dense condo and rental inventory, restaurants and nightlife. Convenience can come with more street activity and competition for parking.
CentralBrownstone & Row-House BlocksBloomfield, Garden, Park and nearby streets contain many historic row houses, smaller condo buildings and walk-up apartments close to Washington Street.
Castle PointStevens / Hudson StreetHistoric homes, brownstones and smaller luxury buildings near Stevens Institute, Elysian Park and elevated Hudson River views.
WaterfrontMaxwell / Shipyard / Sinatra DriveLarger modern condominium and rental buildings, elevators, amenities, garages and Hudson River views generally command a premium.
Western HobokenMonroe / Madison / JacksonConverted industrial properties, newer residential development and resiliency parks characterize an area that has changed substantially over the last two decades.
Uptown11th–14th Street AreaMix of brownstones, condos, larger residential buildings and waterfront development with dining and shops around upper Washington and 14th Street.
Common Hoboken Property Types
Most CommonCondominiumsRange from small walk-ups and brownstone conversions to full-service waterfront buildings with elevators, gyms, doormen, parking and other shared amenities.
Historic HousingBrownstones & Row HousesCan provide more space, yards and architectural character, but older systems, masonry, roofs, stairs and historic-district restrictions deserve careful inspection.
Rental HousingApartmentsInventory ranges from older walk-ups to newer amenity buildings. Rent-control status cannot safely be assumed from appearance or building age alone.
Adaptive ReuseLofts & Converted Industrial BuildingsSome western and former industrial properties offer larger layouts, exposed structural elements and nontraditional plans.
InvestmentTwo- to Four-Family BuildingsSmall multifamily properties exist throughout Hoboken, but buyers should investigate legal use, rent regulation, leases, registrations and building systems before purchase.
Mixed UseRetail + Residential BuildingsWashington Street and other commercial corridors contain buildings with ground-floor commercial space and residential units above, adding zoning, lease and investment considerations.
Buying in Hoboken: Due-Diligence Checklist
Condo FinancialsReview the budget, reserves, recent meeting minutes, insurance, litigation, capital plans and history of special assessments.
Flood Zone & InsuranceCheck the current FEMA map, building elevation/history and insurance requirements rather than relying on a seller's verbal description.
Building SystemsOlder Hoboken buildings may require careful review of roof, façade, masonry, plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling and common-area conditions.
ParkingConfirm whether parking is deeded, assigned, leased or unavailable and whether the property qualifies for City residential parking permits.
Taxes & AssessmentsReview the actual tax record and current assessment. Do not estimate taxes only from a listing or neighboring property.
Historic / Zoning RulesExterior work in a designated historic district can require zoning and Historic Preservation Commission review, even for items such as windows or painting.
Legal Bedrooms & UseVerify certificates, approved use and permitted work when a layout, finished lower level or unit count is important to the purchase.
Transit vs. NoiseWalk the block at different times. Proximity to PATH, bars, schools, construction or major streets can be an advantage or drawback depending on lifestyle.
Professional guidance: NJTGO provides general community information, not legal, tax, appraisal, engineering, insurance or investment advice. Buyers should use appropriately licensed professionals for property-specific decisions.
Flood Risk & Hoboken Resiliency
Flooding is a property-level issue in Hoboken and should be investigated before buying or renting. The City directs residents to FEMA for the current flood map and also maintains a flood-warning system for low-lying, flood-prone areas.
FEMA Flood MapCheck the specific parcel and building—not simply the neighborhood name—to understand the currently mapped flood zone.
Rainfall FloodingLow-lying intersections can flood during intense rainfall even when a property is not directly on the Hudson River.
Resiliency ParksResilienCity Park, 7th & Jackson and Southwest Resiliency Park are designed to temporarily store stormwater while also serving as public recreation space.
Rebuild by DesignHoboken's larger flood strategy combines coastal defenses, sewer/stormwater improvements and green infrastructure, but resiliency projects do not eliminate property-specific flood risk.
Insurance matters: lender requirements, master condo coverage and individual unit/home policies can differ. Obtain a property-specific insurance quote early enough to affect your purchase decision.
Renting in Hoboken & Local Rent Control
Hoboken maintains a municipal Rent Leveling and Stabilization program under Chapter 155. Whether an apartment is covered—and what the lawful base rent may be—depends on the property's circumstances and official records.
Do Not Assume ExemptionBuilding age, condo ownership or a new lease alone does not tell a renter whether local rent-control rules apply. Verify with the City when the question matters.
Legal Rent RecordsThe Rent Leveling office maintains files and helps landlords and tenants with legal base-rent calculations, permitted increases and related questions.
Annual RegistrationHoboken requires annual property registration for owners of single-family, condominium, multiple-dwelling and mixed-use properties through the City's SDL system.
Tenant AdvocateThe City offers access to a tenant advocate and also points residents to State and Hudson County tenant-rights resources.
Lease ReviewConfirm rent, security deposit, broker fee responsibility, utilities, move-in rules, pets, parking, amenities and renewal terms in writing.
Building RulesCondos and managed buildings can impose separate move-in deposits, elevator reservations, insurance requirements and other association rules.
Property Taxes, Assessments & City Records
Tax AssessorMaintains Hoboken's tax map and tax list, including ownership, mailing addresses and assessments, and handles applicable deduction programs.
Tax CollectorHoboken property taxes are billed quarterly and include municipal, school, county and library components; Special Improvement District assessments apply to properties in that district.
2026 BillsThe City reports that actual 2026 quarterly tax bills have been issued. Property-specific balances can be checked through the City's online tax system.
Renovations & Added AssessmentsImprovements that increase property value can result in added or omitted assessments, so substantial recent work should be reviewed during due diligence.
Historic Properties, Renovation & Zoning
Hoboken's architectural character is part of its appeal, but buyers planning renovations should understand that zoning and historic-review rules can affect what may be changed.
Historic District ReviewThe Historic Preservation Commission reviews publicly visible exterior additions, renovations and alterations on locally designated historic properties and within local historic districts.
Zoning PermitHoboken states that zoning permits are required for new construction and many alterations, including exterior repairs in the historic district—even painting and window replacement.
Construction PermitsConstruction Code permits and inspections may be required after applicable zoning or historic approvals are obtained.
Verify Before ClosingWhen recent work or a nonstandard layout is important to a sale, review available permits, approvals and certificates rather than assuming improvements were legally completed.
Current Hoboken Real Estate Professionals
The legacy NJTGO page carried a much longer agency directory. This refresh trims it to a smaller set of firms that could be substantiated as currently operating in Hoboken. These are basic informational listings, not endorsements.
BHHS Hudson River Properties
626 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Residential brokerage serving Hoboken and surrounding Hudson River communities.
Keller Williams City Life Realty
5 Marine View Plaza, Suite 310, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Residential brokerage with a Hoboken waterfront office.
Coldwell Banker Realty - Hoboken
323 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Residential brokerage serving buyers, sellers and renters.
Compass
1000 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Residential brokerage with a Hoboken office.
Patina Realty
736 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Independent residential real-estate brokerage in uptown Hoboken.
R. Fiore Real Estate
513 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Local Hoboken real-estate brokerage.
Engel & Völkers Hoboken
159 14th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Residential brokerage serving Hoboken and the Hudson waterfront.
Property Management
Red Bridge Property Management
Hoboken, NJ 07030
201-792-9368
Hoboken-based residential and association property management.
Watsonhawk Enterprises
P.O. Box 6053, Hoboken, NJ 07030
551-222-1224
Condo-association and HOA management focused on Hoboken and Jersey City.
Prime City Companies
80 River Street, Suite 2C, Hoboken, NJ 07030
201-839-6513
Hoboken-based real-estate investment, development and property-management company.
ViZa Property Management
50 Harrison Street, PH 449, Hoboken, NJ 07030
551-209-2540
Property-management and licensed real-estate services based in Hoboken.
APM Management
700 1st Street, 1P, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Hoboken-based property-management company serving local apartment properties.
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Official & Public Real Estate Resources
Rent Leveling & StabilizationOfficial Hoboken rent-control records, registration, legal-rent and landlord/tenant resources.Division of HousingAffordable housing, rent-controlled housing and city housing programs.Tax AssessorProperty ownership, assessments, tax maps, appeals and deduction information.TaxationCurrent tax bills, payment information and Tax Collector resources.Hoboken Flood Map InformationCity guidance directing property owners and residents to the current FEMA flood map.FEMA Flood Map Service CenterFederal source for current official flood-map information.Hoboken ZoningZoning permits, land-use regulations and property-alteration requirements.Historic Preservation CommissionHistoric-district review, design guidelines and application information.Construction CodeBuilding permits, inspections, certificates and construction-code information.
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