242 Bay St, Jersey City
Mixed use · 2 units · built c. 1885 · Block 11401, Lot 24.
Building permits
- Alteration, issued Jul 11, 2019, described as “1 - 400 amp service”
- Alteration — Residential, issued Oct 25, 2018, estimated cost $1K
- Alteration, issued Sep 13, 2012, described as “Install low voltage& F.A.C.P. with (2) smk dectors & 4 horn strobes for windowless basement.”
- Alteration, issued Aug 14, 2008, described as “Power wash bldg, repair facade,cornice, and paint. Repoint joints.”
- Alteration, issued Sep 13, 2005, described as “Concrete floor”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $846,200
- 2025 tax
- $19,759
- Assessed land
- $213,300
- Assessed improvements
- $632,900
- Last sale
- $850,000 in 2017
Zoning
H (Historic District).
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
Landmarks
Part of Harsimus Cove Historic District (Jersey City historic district).
Board and land use applications
- Historic Preservation Commission case H-25-0192: Application, Approved, applied May 6, 2025. Sidewalk Cafe approval
- Historic Preservation Commission case H-24-0211: Application, Approved, applied May 17, 2024. Seasonal Sidewalk Cafe renewal