Van Vorst Park

Jersey City, NJ

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Van Vorst Park - Jersey City, NJ

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A charming downtown neighborhood named for a city park

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Centered around a park of the same name, Van Vorst Park is a thriving urban community in Historic Downtown Jersey City. The park itself is a historic public square with playgrounds, dog runs, and community gardens. This community green space is hot to a seasonal farmers market that brings people from all over the city. Van Vorst Park sits near a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars including the Kitchen Step, Razza, and Pint. Even more dining and nightlife options await directly north of the neighborhood. Residents appreciate the light rail stations, proximity to Jersey City Medical Center, and easy access to Liberty State Park. Enjoy waterfront views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island from this expansive green space with miles of tree-lined walkways. From historic homes to upscale apartments, there’s something for everyone in Van Vorst Park.

Transportation

98

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

80

Excellent Transit

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You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

77

Very Bikeable

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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Liberty Science Center
  • Liberty Landing Marina
  • Ellis Island National Monument
  • Battery Park
  • Castle Clinton National Monument

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • Laguardia

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.