Harborside, Jersey City, NJ

Is Jersey City, NJ (Harborside) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe2552
Medium1753
Low1889
Other3953

195 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape43
Child involved65
Assault69
Other55

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near East Houston Street and Suffolk Street for a medical incident involving a second patient with a burn. Additional EMS units and a spare bus were requested to support the response.E Houston St & Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported they would stop by a location on Ogden Avenue in Jersey City to check on a possible disorderly person.Ogden Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07307Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical and domestic-related call occurred near Greene Street involving a person at an apartment. A third-party caller reported texting from the location about a domestic issue without mention of weapons.Greene St, Jersey City, NJ 07302Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS are dispatched to a possible unconscious person at a location on Central Ave in Jersey City.Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible break in report on the second floor of a building on Lincoln Street between Milton and Summit in Jersey City. A third party caller reported someone might be trying to break in, but officers found the upstairs door locked and first floor residents reported hearing no one upstairs.Lincoln St 2nd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307Break-In
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a report of a person down at the intersection of Grove Street and Mercer Street, with EMS notified.Mercer St & Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a red vehicle near Central Avenue and Prospect Street in Jersey City while en route to a parking complaint. The officer reported that no backup was needed.Central Ave & Prospect St, Jersey City, NJ 07307Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch requested to (number withheld) Bleecker Street, (number withheld), for a possible emotional disturbance.Bleecker St, Jersey City, NJ 07307Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched near Pavonia Avenue to apartment for a patient with difficulty breathing.Pavonia Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation throughout a two-story mixed-use building on Bergenline Avenue in Union City. Units investigated and it was reported that nothing was showing.Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087Fire

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Median Home Price
$1,585,666
Average Rent
$6,728
Vacancy Rate
3.1%

Harborside Overview

Harborside is a densely urban neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ, known for its high median home price of $1,585,666 and average rent of $6,728. It features mostly small to medium-sized apartment complexes and townhomes, with a majority renter occupancy.

The neighborhood is notable for its extremely high population density and a large share of executive, managerial, and professional residents. It also offers unique commute options including high train and ferry usage and a significant work-from-home population.

Densely UrbanHigh RentExecutive ProfessionalsHigh Population Density

Quick Facts

Executive/Professional Share87.5%

Housing market and real estate character

Harborside's housing market is dominated by large apartment buildings and high-rise complexes, with a strong renter presence and mostly newer construction.

Large Apartment Buildings96.1%
Small Unit Share (1-2 bedrooms)93.9%
Built 2000 or LaterMajority
Vacancy Rate3.1%

What buyers will notice right away

Most residences are renter occupied, reflecting the apartment-heavy housing stock.
Many buildings were constructed in 2000 or later, with some from 1970-1999.

Families & Lifestyle

Harborside attracts urban sophisticates, young professionals, and families valuing education and cultural engagement.

The neighborhood's high education and executive professional share supports a refined, urban lifestyle.
Cultural engagement is strong, with many residents supporting the arts and enjoying sophisticated urban amenities.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents are educated executives and managers who enjoy arts, culture, and a big city lifestyle.
Young Professionals — The area is also popular among young, single professionals seeking vibrant urban living.
Same-Sex CouplesHigher than 97.6% of US neighborhoods
Adults with Bachelor's Degree93.6%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Employment87.5%
Adults with Bachelor's Degree93.6%
Child Poverty Rate0.0%
Asian Ancestry50.2%
Romanian Ancestry7.6%
Foreign Born60.5%
Languages Spoken at HomeEnglish 44.6%, Chinese, Languages of India 14.4%, Spanish, Tagalog

Commute

Harborside offers diverse commute options including high train and ferry usage and a significant work-from-home population.

Harborside's unique commute profile with high public transit and remote work rates reflects its affluent, urban character.

Exceptional Transit Access — Nearly half of commuters use the train, and a notable share use ferries, uncommon in most neighborhoods.
Remote Work Prevalence — A third of residents work from home, indicating a modern, flexible workforce.
Train Commute49.6%
Ferry Commute4.5%
Work From Home32.3%
Walk to Work5.8%

Homes for sale near 10103

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$488,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,958 sqft
10103 Quail Covey Road #Hibiscus N
Boynton Beach, FL, 33436
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$565,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 2,132 sqft
10103 Wentworth Ct
Bakersfield, CA, 93311
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$715,000
5 bd | 4 ba | 3,767 sqft
10103 Governors Ln
Fredericksburg, VA, 22408
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$735,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,000 sqft
10103 E Vista Ridge Cir
Palmer, AK, 99645
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$650,000
4 bd | 4 ba | 4,658 sqft
10103 Rolling Green Way
Fort Washington, MD, 20744
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$924,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,355 sqft
10103 Redwood Desert Dr
Las Vegas, NV, 89143
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$225,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,157 sqft
10103 Courtney Oaks Cir APT 103
Tampa, FL, 33619
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$155,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 672 sqft
1400 Lake Shadow Cir APT 10103
Maitland, FL, 32751
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$214,434
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,221 sqft
7051 Meadow Lake Blvd #10103
Austin, TX, 78744
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$499,999
5 bd | 4 ba | 3,001 sqft
10103 Caldwell Forest Dr
Charlotte, NC, 28223
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$610,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,791 sqft
10103 Sassafras Woods Ct
Burke, VA, 22015
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$449,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,077 sqft
3225 NE 184th St APT 10103
North Miami Beach, FL, 33160
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$399,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,751 sqft
10103 Wild Quail Drive
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986
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$970,000
5 bd | 4 ba | 4,305 sqft
10103 Austrina Oak Loop
Winter Garden, FL, 34787
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$699,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 2,022 sqft
10103 Mounds Point Dr NW
Cass Lake, MN, 56633
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$650,000
4 bd | 3 ba | 2,880 sqft
10103 Beacon St
Kennett Square, PA, 19348
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$680,990
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,309 sqft
10103 Hammock Brook Dr
Parrish, FL, 34219
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$239,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,490 sqft
10103 King Ranch Ln
Sugar Land, TX, 77498
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Harborside?

The median home price is $1,585,666, more expensive than 97.6% of New Jersey neighborhoods.

What types of housing are most common?

Large apartment buildings and high-rise complexes dominate, with 96.1% of housing in this category.

How do most residents commute?

Nearly half take the train, 4.5% use ferries, and 32.3% work from home.

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