New Jersey

Newark’s Transformation Continues with Six New and Forthcoming Developments

7:30 am on August 2, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

Newark, New Jersey is undergoing one of the largest transformations in its history, headlined by multiple skyline-altering skyscrapers. Between these more prominent developments, a large swath of smaller-scale construction is bringing a wealth of new housing to the city, along with healthcare and educational infrastructure to support it. In this post, YIMBY takes a look at six such forthcoming and recently completed projects at the heart of Newark’s resurgence.

Modera Fort Lee. Rendering courtesy of MHS Architecture.

Renderings Revealed for Modera Fort Lee at 55 Main Street in Fort Lee, New Jersey

8:00 am on July 31, 2026 By Michael Young

YIMBY has an exclusive set of exterior and interior renderings showcasing Modera Fort Lee, an upcoming 19-story residential building at 55 Main Street in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Designed by MHS Architecture and developed by Mill Creek Residential, the 147-foot-tall structure yield 253 units, with 25 designated as affordable housing. The project will also include a five-story, 299-vehicle parking garage. The property is bounded by Old Palisade Road to the south, Main Street to the east, and Kaufer Lane to the west.

AVIVA Two-Building Development Wraps Up Construction at 189 Phillip Street In Jersey City, New Jersey

7:30 am on July 31, 2026 By Max Gillespie

Work is finishing up on AVIVA, a pair of 12-story rental buildings at 189 Phillip Street in Jersey City, New Jersey. Designed by GRT Architects in collaboration with Ismael Leyva Architects and developed by Alpine Residential, the development yields 500 rental units. The project also includes approximately 4,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, a landscaped water garden accessible to residents and the public, a rooftop pool and lounge, and a parking garage with electric vehicle charging stations. AVIVA sits at the eastern edge of Liberty State Park, adjacent to the Liberty Science Center and within the emerging SciTech Scity district.

3000 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Designed by C3D Architecture.

New Renderings Reveal 1,483-Unit Skyscraper at 3000 John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Journal Square, Jersey City

8:00 am on July 27, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

New renderings have been revealed for 3000 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, a 549-foot-tall residential skyscraper proposed for Journal Square, Jersey City. Designed by C3D Architecture and developed by Namdar Group, the project consists of two conjoined towers that will yield 1,483 rental units, a hotel, and ground-floor retail space. The property is located at the northeast corner of John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Newark Avenue.

66-80 South Orange Avenue. Image: INOA Architecture

Six New Projects to Deliver Nearly 1,200 Residential Units to Newark, New Jersey

7:00 am on July 26, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

A wave of new residential development is rapidly transforming Newark, New Jersey, revitalizing its streetscape and contributing new housing to the metropolitan region. In this post, we look at six approved and under-construction projects in the downtown, Ironbound, Central Ward, and University Heights neighborhoods that will deliver nearly 1,200 apartments.

Liora Club & Residences Nears Completion At 85 Cooper Avenue In Long Branch, New Jersey

7:30 am on July 17, 2026 By Max Gillespie

Construction is nearing completion on Liora Club & Residences, a condominium development at 85 Cooper Avenue in Long Branch, New Jersey. Designed by Monteforte Architectural Studio and developed in a joint venture between Lincoln Equities Group, RWN Real Estate Partners, and Avenue Realty Capital, the development will yield 128 condominium units. The project will also include more than 41,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity space, anchored by a nearly 12,000-square-foot interior amenity collection known as The Club.

Developers Close on $220 Million Construction Loan for Imperial Tower At 2966 John F. Kennedy Boulevard In Jersey City, New Jersey

7:30 am on July 16, 2026 By Max Gillespie

Construction financing has been secured for Imperial Tower, a 56-story mixed-use skyscraper at 2966 John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City, New Jersey. Designed by MVMK Architecture and developed by Kuldeep “Sunny” Kumar and Mohan Myneni, the 637-foot-tall structure will span 827,867 square feet and yield 542 rental units, of which 57 will be designated for affordable housing. The project will also include 34,105 square feet of ground-floor retail space, a 154-key Fairfield by Marriott hotel, a banquet hall, restaurants, and an enclosed parking garage with a capacity of 202 vehicles. The property spans half an acre at the corner of John F. Kennedy Boulevard and Cottage Street.

723 Grand Street. Diagram courtesy of Jersey City Planning Board.

Residential Project Approved for 723 Grand Street in Jersey City, New Jersey

7:30 am on July 14, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

A new six-story mixed-use residential building has been approved for 723 Grand Street in the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, New Jersey. Designed by Hampton Hill Architecture and developed under the John 723 LLC, the 35,000-square-foot structure will yield 70 units. The project will also include ground-floor commercial space, an 18-car parking garage with an entrance along Summit Avenue, and stalls for 60 bicycles and two motorcycles. Seven of the apartments will be reserved for affordable housing. The 10,440-square-foot property is alternately addressed as 482 Communipaw Avenue and is bounded by Grand Street, Summit Avenue, and Communipaw Avenue.

566 Ryders Lane. Rendering courtesy of Benchmark Senior Living.

Rendering Revealed for 566 Ryders Lane in East Brunswick, New Jersey

7:00 am on July 6, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

A rendering has been revealed for 566 Ryders Lane, a three-story senior living and memory care facility under construction in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Designed by O’Sullivan Architects and developed by National Development and an affiliate of Benchmark Senior Living, the 84,276-square-foot structure will yield 62 assisted living units and 25 memory care apartments with 100 licensed beds. The property is located by the intersection of Ryders and Guernsey Lanes.

262-266 New York Avenue. Designed by Pereiras Architects Ubiquitous.

Renderings Revealed for The TwoSixtyTwo at 262-266 New York Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey

7:30 am on July 5, 2026 By Michael Young and Matt Pruznick

Renderings have been revealed for The TwoSixtyTwo, a four-story residential building nearing completion at 262-266 New York Avenue in The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, New Jersey. Designed by Pereiras Architects Ubiquitous and developed by Academy Capital, the structure will yield ten condominium units in one- to three-bedroom layouts. The project will also include a 1,350-square-foot live/work unit on the ground level. The property is located between Bowers and Griffith Streets.

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