Carl Chesna, Real Estate Broker, Certified EcoBroker

09/25/2026

09/25/2026

Smithville, NJ: The Historic Village You’ll Want to Visit
From New Jersey Digest

How Smithville Got Its Start
The place didn’t start as a tourist stop at all. Back in 1952, Fred and Ethel Noyes bought an old stagecoach stop and seven acres of land for just $3,500. They first ran it as an antique store, but soon switched it into the Smithville Inn—a restaurant that’s still going strong. As people kept coming, they added more buildings through the 1960s, many of them restored historic homes.

By the 1970s, Smithville had blown up into something much bigger. ABC even bought it in 1974 for $7 million, when the property had grown to more than 2,000 acres with shops, inns, and hotels.

Fall is especially busy with car shows, an Oktoberfest, the Irish Festival, and the always-fun pet costume parade. Around Halloween, the Monster Bash takes over, and in December, the whole place transforms into a Victorian-style holiday village.

Whether you come for a quick day trip or decide to book a night at the Colonial Inn, Smithville is one of those Jersey destinations that keeps reinventing itself without losing its old-school appeal.

09/24/2026

New Renderings for Three-Tower Downtown Jersey City Project
By Chris Fry

The project comes courtesy of a relatively new real estate company called Esen, who is collaborating with Singapore-based Croesus Group on their Jersey City venture, which aims to subdivide the parking lot into three parcels.

Designed by New York-based KPF Architects, the three towers at 310 Washington Street will total a whopping 2,055 units. The initial phase of the project plans to rise to 52 stories at the corner of Greene and Pearl Streets and top out at just under 584 feet. It is slated to include 625 market-rate apartments, 155 parking spaces, amenity areas, and a leasing office.

The second phase of the development calls for a 50-story building with 817 market-rate apartments plus 205 parking spaces. The second building would feature 3,165 square feet of retail on the ground floor.

The third and final phase would be the tallest portion, rising 57 floors and topping out at just under 650 feet tall. The final building would sit at the corner of Washington and Pearl Street and include 613 market-rate residential apartments, 1,375 square feet of retail space, plus 97,016 square feet of office space.

As part of the buildout, a pedestrian-only corridor connecting Washington and Greene Streets would be built that includes a central courtyard. They hope to begin construction on the first phase next year.

09/24/2026

Open House Saturday 11am-1pm. Price improved - amazing location!

09/23/2026

OPEN CASTING CALL FOR SHORT FILM (to be filmed in NJ)

Do you like VAMPIRES?
Ever wanted to be one?
Here's your chance!

WHEN: Saturday September 26th,
1-5 pm
WHERE: Old Bridge Public Library

Non union, unpaid,meals provided &footage will be available for reels

Must be comfortable with kissing/physical closeness (an intimacy coordinator will be provided)

ISO: Male to portray NATHANIEL (lead) around 30-40, on the taller side, handsome is fine however talent& quirkiness is key!

NATHANIEL is a not very modern, slightly kooky intelligent, sometimes smarmy elitist VAMPIRE but deep down there's a great deal of emotion

This is an unconventional vampire love story with grit&humor

Interested?
Contact Jennifer Edwards ASAP at [email protected] For consideration, Rock on!

09/23/2026

New Jersey Has a Website to Check Your Property Tax Relief Application Status

If you've applied for 2025 property tax relief and want to know where your application stands, New Jersey has launched an improved online status checker. This tool shows whether your application was received, where it is in the review process, whether you need to take action, and your payment status.

The status checker is available 24/7 at PropertyTaxRelief.NJ.gov. Enter your Social Security number and zip code to see your application status instantly. The tool is mobile-friendly and works for both PAS-1 applications (for residents 65+ or with a qualifying disability) and ANCHOR applications.

09/23/2026

Open House this Saturday Jersey City - Lincoln Park - Priced to Sell!

09/22/2026

09/22/2026

Check this out! Discover timeless prewar elegance and modern comfort in this two-bedroom, top-floor residence at Gloria Gables, a beautifully maintained elevator building in a prime Jersey City location.

Rich in character, the home features beautifully preserved original details, including hardwood floors, intricate moldings, and classic architectural charm. Residents can also enjoy the building’s peaceful courtyard and landscaped backyard and garden area.

Located just one block from Lincoln Park’s grand fountain, the home offers easy access to playgrounds, walking and jogging paths, athletic fields, tennis courts, and seasonal park events and community activities. A variety of public, charter, and private school options can also be found throughout the surrounding area.

Gloria Gables is professionally managed and has a live-in superintendent, providing added convenience and peace of mind. Nearby bus service and convenient access to the Journal Square PATH make commuting to New York City easy.