Hoboken, NJ

Hoboken is a borough in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 27,533,[9][10] reflecting an increase of 1,569 (+8.4%) from the 24,711 counted in the 2000 Census,[11] which had in turn increased by 2,263 (+14.1%) from the 21,812 counted in the 1990 Census.[12] Hoboken is part of the New York metropolitan area and is located on the western bank of the Hudson River directly across from Manhattan.

The city was incorporated on June 6, 1849,[13] and became known as "the Queen City of the West".[14][15][16] The original settlement was at Pavonia Point on what is now Union Street[17] but later moved to higher ground on what are now Washington Street and Van Vorst Avenue.[18][19][20] The present site dates back to 1624 when Franciscan friars erected a small wooden church at what would become Washington Street and 10th Avenue.[21][22][23] In 1847 John Stevens acquired a tract of land on which he built his estate – today one of Hoboken's most prestigious addresses – overlooking Hoboken Bay.[24][25] His estate became known as "Stevensville" after him. The first commercial building in Hoboken was constructed by John Stevens Jr. on Washington Street in 1849; it served as headquarters for his father's shipping business.[26]:5

In 1870-71 Henry L. Blum purchased land north of downtown along what would become Park Row (now Monroe Street) and developed it into a residential area called Blumtown; this became home to many German immigrants who had settled in Newark during its industrial heyday (late 19th century).[27]:2 In 1906 development began along Hudson Riverfront south of downtown near Communipaw Terminal (later moved to Pier A), with large warehouses being constructed for importers and wholesalers such as Macy's[28]:3 Many wealthy businessmen built mansions here including George F. Baker who built Villa America at 11th Avenue and Washington Streets (today part of Stuyvesant University) which still stands today;[29]:4 other notable residents included Charles Lindbergh Sr., William Randolph Hearst,[30]:6 Joseph P. Kennedy Sr.,[31]:1 Cornelius Vanderbilt II,[32]:2 Jules Stein[33], David Rockefeller Sr.,[34]:1 Solomon Rabinowitz,[35]:2 Max Schmeling,[36], Irving Berlin,[37], Ethel Merman [38], Cab Calloway [39], Benny Goodman [40], Artie Shaw [41]. By 1920 there were over 20 hotels in Hoboken catering to both business travelers and pleasure seekers alike including The Holland House Inn at 9th Avenue & Willow Street which still operates today under new ownership as an inn/restaurant;[42](formerly: Hotel Holland)[43](formerly: Hotel Kew Gardens)[44](formerly: Hotel Bellevue).[45]; also within walking distance were several restaurants including Delmonico’s Restaurant at 12th & Willow Streets operated by famed restaurateur Charles Delmonico;[46](formerly: Delmonico’s Restaurant); Peter Luger Steakhouse at 13th & Willow Streets operated by German immigrant Harry Peter Luger who opened his first restaurant here in 1876;[47](formerly: Peter Luger’s Steakhouse); Giovanni’s Room at 14th & Willow Streets operated by Italian immigrant Giovanni Zangari who started serving pizza pies out of his kitchen door for customers waiting outside for tables inside;(currently Giovanni’s Room Pizza)[48]; Maxwell House Coffee Shop at 15th & Willow Streets operated by James Hargrave Maxwell since 1865 serving coffee since before Starbucks even existed!

Today much has changed with many new buildings being constructed bringing much needed life back into this historic district while preserving its character - see some examples below:[49]- [50]- [51]- [52]-

As you can see there has been a lot going on with real estate within Hoboken over recent years - making it one of those Boroughs that never sleeps! With so much happening there always seems to be something new happening with regards to buying or selling property so if you're thinking about making your move here then be sure to consult with one or more local real estate professionals!