Summary:
✨ Welcome to The Urban Oasis, your Jersey City stay just outside New York City. This stylish 3-bedroom apartment sleeps up to 8 and combines quick Manhattan access with the rare comfort of a private deck, covered gazebo, and free parking. With a park right across the street and an open layout designed for easy group stays, it’s the perfect home base for city trips, family visits, and longer weekends.
The Space:
The open living, dining, and kitchen layout creates an easy social flow for group trips, family stays, and longer weekends near the city. Hardwood floors, modern finishes, fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and an easy indoor-outdoor setup make it simple to settle in. The private raised deck with outdoor seating and the covered gazebo below add a rare outdoor extension that makes the apartment feel bigger and more memorable than a typical city stay.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements
• Main bedroom: Queen bed
• Bedroom 2: Double bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Living room: Sofa bed
Guest Access:
Guests have full private access to the entire apartment, including the living area, kitchen, all 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and the private outdoor deck spaces.
🚗 Free driveway parking for 1 car is included, with additional street parking often available nearby.
The Neighborhood:
Manhattan Ave sits in the heart of Jersey City Heights. A residential pocket with real local energy. It’s quiet enough to sleep well, but steps from where the neighborhood actually lives.
Central Avenue. The Main Strip
Central Ave is a 5 to 10-minute walk. This is the Heights’ backbone. Over 50 restaurants, bars, cafés, bakeries, pharmacies, salons, and everyday retail. You can run errands, grab coffee, and eat very well without touching a car.
Locals voted on their favorites. These spots are tried, tested, and loved. Local Favorites on Central Ave:
Best Pizza: Renato’s Pizza Masters, 278 Central
Best Margarita: Los Tres Chilitos, 456 Central
Best Eyebrow Spot: Mystique Full Service Salon, 251 Central (also in Hoboken)
Best Delivery: Saigon Bistro, 514 Central
Best Cookies: Cocoa Bakery, 475 Central
Best Breakfast Sandwich & Bakery: Dulce De Leche, 376 Central
Best Bagels: Wonder Bagel, 329 Central
Best Avocado Toast: Griot Café, 398 Central
Best Fresh Mozzarella: Andrea Salumeria, 247 Central
Best Dessert Shop: The Law of Donutgineering, 7 Bleecker St
This neighborhood feels local, not touristy. You get authentic food, real community, and easy access to the rest of Jersey City and NYC. It’s ideal for guests who want space, value, and great food options right outside the door.
Getting Around:
Parking:
- 1 car driveway (FREE)
- Plenty of street parking available (look out for alternate side parking signs for Tuesdays & Fridays from 8-10am, but they DO NOT enforce permit parking, so you can absolutely park there)
Trains:
- PATH Train from Journal Square (1 mi): to Grove St (JC - restaurants/bars), Newport (JC - mall/retail), Christopher St (NYC - W Village), 9th St (Greenwich Village - NYC), 14th St (Chelsea - NYC), 23rd St (Flatiron District - NYC), and 33rd St (Herald Square - NYC)
Buses:
- 119 Bus to Port Authority (42nd St/8th Ave) from Central & Manhattan Ave, 10 min walk + 22 mins bus (32 mins)
- 125 Bus to Port Authority (42nd St/8th Ave) from JFK Blvd & Manhattan Ave, 2 min walk + 27 mins bus (29 mins
Uber/Lyft (Rideshare)/Driving:
- 20+ mins (based on traffic)
Other Things to Note:
NOTE: The outdoor grill is not available for guest use due to insurance requirements, but the kitchen includes everything needed for easy meals, including a cast iron pan and a large tabletop grill for grilling enthusiasts. : )
We’re happy to accommodate longer stays. If you’re planning an extended visit, feel free to reach out and we’d be happy to help coordinate the best setup for your trip.
Thank you for considering Settled In Stays for your Jersey City stay.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests enjoy complete privacy throughout their stay. Our team is just a message or call away for anything you need — from quick assistance to local tips and restaurant recommendations.