Summary

9 Homestead is a newer Journal Square rental with compact studios, in-unit laundry in many apartments and shared spaces including a bowling lane, coworking areas, gym and rooftop lounges. Residents praise the leasing and concierge teams and clean modern spaces, while surrounding construction, unreliable Wi-Fi and apartment noise or wind exposure are the main drawbacks.

432 unitsOpened 2023Managed by CMPND

Reviews

Residents often describe an easy leasing process, friendly front desk and appealing modern amenities. The clearest current tradeoff is the construction around the property, compounded in some apartments by weak sound insulation, wind noise and unreliable building Wi-Fi.

What residents praise

Leasing and move-in are usually smooth

Residents repeatedly praise the leasing team for fast responses, clear help and accommodating apartment transfers or move-ins.

Concierge staff are friendly and helpful

The front-desk team earns frequent recognition for personal service and making the building feel welcoming.

Modern shared spaces add variety

Residents value the gym, coworking rooms, rooftop lounges and bowling lane, along with clean common areas and contemporary apartments.

What residents complain about

Nearby construction brings sustained noise and dust

Residents describe pile driving and machinery from early morning through the workday, with new towers also blocking views and daylight in some east-facing apartments.

Wi-Fi reliability is a repeated problem

Several residents report recurring internet outages lasting hours or days, with limited notice or resolution timing.

Sound, wind and apartment systems vary by exposure

Reviews mention thin walls, strong wind noise, slow elevators, leaks and a severe pipe-break repair in one apartment. Check the exact floor and direction rather than relying on the model unit.

Amenities

9 Homestead has in-unit laundry, an attended lobby and refrigerated package storage. Shared spaces include a fitness center, yoga room, rooftop terrace, bowling alley and coworking lounge.

In the apartment
In-unit laundry
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
In the building
Doorman
Elevator
Fitness center*
Pool
Not available
Shared outdoor space*
On-site parking
Not available
Package service
Resident storage

* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.

Also here: Bike storage · Bowling alley · Game lounge · Coworking lounge · Media room

Location

9 Homestead is located at 9 Homestead Place, Jersey City, NJ 07306. 9 Homestead is a short walk from Journal Square PATH and buses, making Manhattan access the main location advantage. The immediate area is undergoing heavy construction, and residents with cars report limited parking and congested local streets.

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    Journal SquarePATH

Rent history

Studios ask about 4% less than the Journal Square median. One-bedrooms ask about 3% less than the Journal Square median.

Typical rents

Typical rents
Final asking rents from listings that ended in the past year, compared with the same apartment size across buildings in Journal Square.
Studio
$2,200median / mo
−4% vs area
$2,050$2,450
1 bed
$2,711median / mo
−3% vs area
$2,600$2,900
2 beds
$3,600median / mo
+1% vs area
$3,250$4,300
3 beds
$4,600median / mo
$4,500$5,150

Concessions

Historical concessions
Free-rent offers on listings that ended in the past year, including listings with no offer.

12% of listings offered free rent, most commonly one month.

No free rent recorded: 88%1 month: 12%
12%of listings offered free rent
No free rent recorded
88%(106 of 120)
1 month
12%(14 of 120)

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