2859 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City
Commercial · built c. 1928 · Block 10601, Lot 48.
Building permits
- Demolition, issued Oct 2, 2026, described as “Complete demolition of commercial building”
- Demolition, issued Oct 2, 2026, described as “Complete demolition of commercial building”
- Alteration, issued Dec 13, 2013, described as “Interior renovation of existing Rite Aid”
- Alteration, issued Oct 23, 2007, described as “Low voltage burglar alarm”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $999,600
- 2025 tax
- $23,341
- Assessed land
- $172,100
- Assessed improvements
- $827,500
Zoning
Journal Square 2060 Redevelopment Plan, Zone 3 - Commercial Center.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
Board and land use applications
- 2859-2873 Kennedy Blvd (case P2025-0129): Approved 2026, 840 units, 84 affordable, 55 stories, 588 feet tall, 39,331 sq ft retail, 2,815 sq ft office
In the news
55-Story Tower in Jersey City Nabs $375 Million Construction Loan, Jersey Digs, Jun 25, 2026.