Hamilton House is a smaller Hamilton Park rental with in-unit laundry in current apartments, a rooftop lounge, fitness and yoga room, private PATH shuttle and 24/7 concierge service. Residents praise the front-line staff, community and rooftop, while freight-train noise, recurring heat or hot-water problems and slow management response are the clearest drawbacks.
Residents value the building's community, parkside setting and many of the people handling daily service. The most consistent cautions are the freight line immediately behind the building and prolonged maintenance or management problems involving heat, hot water, cooling and appliances.
Residents repeatedly praise the concierge, package, cleaning, maintenance and leasing teams for friendly, accommodating service.
The landscaped roof with grills, fireplace, pizza oven and city views is a recurring highlight for residents and events.
Residents value the nearby parks, groceries and neighborhood feel, along with shuttle and PATH access into Manhattan.
Multiple residents describe trains running close behind the building through the night, often alongside road traffic. Check the exact apartment's exposure with the windows closed.
Residents report recurring HVAC, hot-water, window and appliance problems, including some that continued for weeks or months.
Reviews describe slow or dismissive follow-through and charges for services such as package handling or amenities, making the complete lease terms important before signing.
Hamilton House has in-unit laundry, an attended lobby and a shared laundry facility. Residents have a fitness center, yoga room and rooftop terrace with grills, with parking, resident storage and package service.
* Fees apply to marked amenities. See Costs in the Availability tab.
Also here: Bike storage · Resident lounge · Yoga room
Hamilton House is located at 255 Brunswick Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302. Hamilton House is beside Hamilton and Enos Jones parks in Downtown Jersey City, with groceries and neighborhood restaurants nearby. Grove Street and Newport PATH are walkable, while the freight rail line and Turnpike approach directly behind the property are important noise sources.
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| Apartment | Beds | Last asking rent | Size (sq ft) | Last on market | Est. lease end | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#403#403 | 2 beds | $4,595 | 1,084 | ~1 yr ago | Nov 2026 | StreetEasy |
#603#603 | 2 beds | $4,495 | 1,084 | ~2 yr ago | Dec 2026 | StreetEasy |
Past availability and off-market dates suggest these apartments may be nearing the end of their current lease. If a resident doesn’t renew, the apartment could become available. Ask the leasing team early about any unit that interests you.
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Budget about $180/month on top of rent for electricity, internet and package delivery. Gas, heat, water, sewer and trash are included in rent. A separate $350 amenity fee is due at move-in.
| Cost | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
Utilities Utilities Electricity~$100 Paid separately. Estimated $100/month. GasIncluded HeatingIncluded WaterIncluded SewerIncluded TrashIncluded Source: Hamilton House apartment terms · PSE&G rates | ~$100 |
Internet Internet Internet is paid separately. We estimate $50/month for a basic plan. Source: Hamilton House apartment terms · Verizon plans | ~$50 |
Package delivery Package delivery Required CARGO package delivery costs $30/month. Source: Hamilton House apartment terms | $30 |
Estimated monthly total
~$180Also available: Parking ($250/month)
| Cost | One-time amount |
|---|---|
| Application Application $95 application fee per applicant. Source: Hamilton House apartment terms | $95/applicant |
| Security deposit Security deposit Refundable deposit of $3,000; the amount varies by apartment and approval. Source: Hamilton House leasing fees | $3,000 |
| Amenities Amenities A $350 amenity charge is due at move-in. Additional memberships and services are optional. Source: Hamilton House leasing fees | $350 |
