221 First St, Jersey City
Four-family · built c. 1897 · Block 11403, Lot 9.
Building permits
- Alteration — Multi-Family, issued May 1, 2021, estimated cost $8K
- Alteration, issued Sep 24, 2018, described as “1 replacement water heater for unit 1”
- Alteration, issued Sep 8, 2015, described as “Remove and replace (3) windows remove (1) double hung window in kitchen and install sliding door install small steel bacony with steps to yard”
- Alteration, issued Aug 4, 2015, described as “1 - 4 inch Sewer Connection”
- Alteration, issued Oct 13, 1998, described as “Paint cornice, point brick, repair steps”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $1,647,600
- 2025 tax
- $38,471
- Assessed land
- $780,000
- Assessed improvements
- $867,600
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-26-0006: Application, Approved, applied Jan 8, 2026. 1 gas Wh