Columbus House
Columbus House brought boutique new construction to the heart of downtown: 60 residences, including ten townhomes, in a steel and concrete building steps from Van Vorst Park and the Grove Street PATH.
Columbus House at 139 Christopher Columbus Drive is a newer Downtown Jersey City condominium near Van Vorst Park. The building includes 60 residences, including townhomes with separate entrances. Anthony closed unit 602 for $1,795,000 in 2026. Compare the specific layout, outdoor rights, parking, and association costs when considering a home here.
Building facts
| Address | 139 Christopher Columbus Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (Downtown, between Barrow and Monmouth Streets, two blocks from Van Vorst Park) |
|---|---|
| Completed | 2025 |
| Developer | Norkez Lakhani |
| Height | 7 stories |
| Residences | 60: 50 condominiums and 10 townhomes with private entrances |
| Construction | Steel and concrete condominium construction; evaluate sound transmission in the actual home and review available construction information |
| Ownership | Condominium; review the residence’s current assessment, tax bill, and any added-assessment obligation |
| HOA dues | Use the current statement for the exact unit. Confirm included utilities, reserve contributions, separate amenity charges and any assessment installments with management. |
| Parking | Covered parking is part of the development. Confirm availability, the space offered with the residence, its legal rights, and any separate cost. |
| Pets | Request the current written pet policy, including any restrictions and approval process. |
| Amenities | Rooftop lounge with grilling and dining areas; indoor resident lounge with a pool table; elevator, secure entry with video intercom, package room, bike storage, and covered parking. |
| Interiors | Floor to ceiling windows, open kitchens with stone counters and panelled appliances, wide plank floors, in unit washers and dryers, private terraces on the townhomes and some upper floor homes |
| Transit | Grove Street PATH is the main transit option to evaluate for a Manhattan commute. Check the route from the entrance and include waiting time, any transfer and the final walk. |
| Neighborhood | The Van Vorst Park district: the brownstone blocks around the park, the restaurants of Grove Street and Newark Avenue, Dixon Mills a block away, and the Grove Street PATH plaza |
What Columbus House is like to live in
Columbus House combines apartment-style residences and townhome layouts with modern interiors and shared indoor and rooftop lounges. The useful distinction is how each home functions: private entrance or common lobby, single-level or multilevel layout, and private outdoor space or shared roof access. Construction type alone does not guarantee quiet, so assess sound in the actual residence.
The homes that set the price
Compare a townhome-format condominium with properties that offer similar usable space, stairs, outdoor areas, and access. A whole brownstone can be an alternative, but its ownership and maintenance obligations differ. For apartment layouts, floor, outlook, room proportions, condition, parking, and outdoor rights help determine which closed sales are relevant.
Documented sales at Columbus House
My own closing, also listed on my Track Record page:
| Unit | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 602 | 2026 | $1,795,000 |
Anthony’s 2026 sale of unit 602 at $1,795,000 is a specific example, not a price ceiling or a building-wide average. Compare its floor plan, exposure, outdoor rights, parking, and included upgrades with the home being valued. Sponsor concessions and resale terms can also affect the comparison.
What buyers should know
For a sponsor purchase, have your attorney review the offering documents, delivery terms, and applicable warranties. For a resale, review the unit’s history, condition, association information, and any changes since the original purchase.
What sellers should know
A resale can compete with remaining sponsor inventory and nearby condos. Present the home’s completed condition, documented upgrades, outdoor space, parking, and closing flexibility. Anthony’s unit 602 sale is relevant only after comparing those details; a different floor plan or exposure may require a different price.
Quick answers about Columbus House
What have homes at Columbus House sold for?
Anthony closed unit 602 for $1,795,000 in 2026. A current pricing discussion should use completed sales with comparable layouts, condition, outdoor rights, and parking.
Does Columbus House have townhomes?
Yes. The developer describes 60 residences, including 50 apartments and 10 townhomes. Review the specific layout, entrance, outdoor rights, and condominium obligations when comparing a townhome with a whole brownstone.
What are the HOA fees at Columbus House?
Use the current statement for the specific residence. Compare included services and utilities, reserve contributions, separate parking or amenity charges, and any assessment payments.
Is Columbus House close to the PATH?
Grove Street PATH is the main transit option to evaluate for a Manhattan commute. Check the route from the entrance and include waiting time, any transfer and the final walk.
Is Columbus House steel and concrete?
The building is described as steel and concrete construction. Assess sound transmission in the actual residence and review the construction information available for the property.
Nearby buildings
Dixon Mills · The Oakman · 10 Provost · Cooke Lofts (140 Bay) · Gulls Cove · Hamilton Square · Majestic Theatre Condominiums
Tools for this building
Condo carrying cost calculator · NJ seller net sheet · Is new construction worth it on the Jersey City waterfront? · Jersey City Tax Comparison Tool
Reviewed August 2026 by Anthony Vetrano, Associate Broker. Building details are provided as general guidance and change over time; confirm specifics for any unit with your agent and attorney.
Know the building before you make your move
Downtown comps and pricing for Columbus House: 908-227-8226.