Portofino
An established Newport condominium beside the marina, with varied layouts and outdoor amenities.
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Portofino at 1 Second Street is an established condominium tower beside the Newport marina. It offers a range of layouts, an outdoor pool, and garage parking arrangements that vary by residence. Compare the actual view, renovation level, parking rights, and current association costs when weighing it against nearby towers.
Building facts
| Address | 1 Second Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302, on the Downtown waterfront near the marina. |
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| Completed | 2000 |
| Architect | SLCE Architects |
| Height | 26 stories |
| Residences | Condominium tower with a range of studio and larger layouts |
| Typical sizes | Review the floor plan and room dimensions for the home. Compare interior area separately from terraces, parking, and other rights. |
| Ownership | Condominium |
| Property taxes | Confirm the current bill and any PILOT obligation for the specific unit with the Jersey City Tax Assessor. Where a financial agreement applies, obtain its amendments, payment schedule and expiration date; construction year alone does not establish tax status. |
| 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 | Garage parking is available in the building. Establish whether the offered space is deeded, assigned, or rented, and whether it is included in the price. |
| Pets | Request the current written pet policy, including any restrictions and approval process. |
| Amenities | 24 hour doorman and concierge, heated outdoor pool with skyline views, fitness center, residents’ lounge and clubroom, business and conference rooms, children’s playroom, landscaped private park with grills, rooftop terrace, garage |
| Interiors | Hardwood floors, oversized windows, high ceilings, open kitchens, in unit washers and dryers, terraces on many homes; the east facing homes look over the marina to the skyline and the harbor |
| Transit | PATH at Newport and Exchange Place; Hudson-Bergen Light Rail at Harborside and Newport. NY Waterway’s current Jersey City ferry routes depart from Paulus Hook. |
| Neighborhood | The Newport marina: the waterfront walkway at the door, Newport Green and the Newport shopping and grocery stores a few blocks north, the Harborside towers and Exchange Place a few blocks south, Crystal Point and Mandalay as neighbors |
What Portofino is like to live in
The marina and waterfront walkway shape the setting, while the building offers shared outdoor and resident spaces. Individual homes vary in outlook and renovation level. Confirm the parking arrangement and current included services for the residence.
The lines and floors that set the price
At Portofino, compare the view from the actual windows and terrace, including nearby towers. A higher floor does not establish the same outlook in every line. Room proportions, renovation quality, parking rights, and monthly costs can matter as much as floor height when selecting comparable sales.
Sales context
Anthony’s sales at 75 Park Lane and 99 Hudson provide experience across nearby waterfront towers. For Portofino, begin with its own recent closings, then compare suitable alternatives by layout, outlook, condition, parking, and carrying costs. A dated asking price is not evidence of today’s achievable sale price.
What buyers should know
Review the current tax bill, parking rights, association finances, reserve planning, and known assessments. Compare the specific home with alternatives at Crystal Point, Mandalay, and 75 Park Lane, including condition and the full monthly cost.
What sellers should know
Your buyer cross shops the whole Newport waterfront, so the pricing has to anticipate the new construction comparison and win on space, the marina, the parking, and the monthly number. Lead with the view and the square footage, show a renovated home as renovated, and price from the building’s own closed history by exposure and floor rather than from the waterfront average.
Quick answers about Portofino
Does Portofino have parking?
The building has garage parking. For a particular home, confirm the space number, ownership or rental arrangement, transfer terms, and separate cost.
What are the HOA fees at Portofino?
Request the current dues statement and budget for the residence. Compare included utilities and services, reserve contributions, separate charges, and any assessment payments alongside the unit’s tax bill.
Does Portofino have a pool?
Yes, a heated outdoor pool with skyline views, alongside a fitness center, a clubroom, a children’s playroom, and a private park with grills.
Does Portofino have a tax abatement?
Confirm the current bill and any PILOT obligation for the specific unit with the Jersey City Tax Assessor. Where a financial agreement applies, obtain its amendments, payment schedule and expiration date; construction year alone does not establish tax status.
Which homes at Portofino have the best views?
East-facing and corner residences can offer marina, river, or skyline outlooks. Compare the actual view at the specific floor and line, including neighboring buildings and any terrace.
How close is Portofino to the PATH?
Newport and Exchange Place are the nearby PATH options. Compare the walk to each station with the train route to your destination. Paulus Hook provides the current NY Waterway ferry options.
Nearby buildings
Crystal Point · Mandalay on the Hudson · 75 Park Lane · The Shore Club, North Tower · The Shore Club, South Tower · 77 Hudson · The Emerald
Tools for this building
Condo carrying cost calculator · NJ seller net sheet · Jersey City Tax Comparison Tool · What HOA fees cover in a Jersey City condo
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
Newport-wide comps for Portofino: 908-227-8226.