240 Second Street, Jersey City
Three-family · built c. 1900 · Block 11301, Lot 14.
Building permits
- Alteration, issued Nov 18, 2015, described as “Rip roof to deck, remove non-working chimney and hatch, install 1/2 plywood over existing 3/4" deck; install gaf roofing system”
- Alteration — Residential, issued Jan 10, 2014, estimated cost $6K
- Alteration, issued Nov 19, 2013, described as “Interior renovation as per plans”
- Alteration, issued Jun 3, 2010, described as “Remove & replace two (2) hot water boilers”
- Alteration, issued Jan 11, 2006, described as “New roof work”
- Alteration, issued Jan 23, 2002, described as “Sewer Repair (within Property Line)”
- Alteration, issued Sep 24, 1999, described as “Listed On Tax Plate As Two - Has Been Three Family , And Will Continue To Be Used As Three Family...”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $1,408,700
- 2025 tax
- $32,893
- Assessed land
- $720,000
- Assessed improvements
- $688,700
Zoning
H (Historic District).
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard. FEMA’s preliminary map: zone X, moderate risk: a 0.2% chance of flooding each year.
Recent sales
- Oct 21, 2025: $2,600,000, 2,728 sq ft ($953 per sq ft)
Open-market sales since mid-2019, from the state’s SR1A sales file.
Landmarks
Part of Harsimus Cove Historic District (Jersey City historic district).