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Hoboken squirrel

Published Jan 31, 2008 by Judy Marciano.


On my way to a brokers open house today on 2nd & Jefferson, I passed by this fearless squirrel on a stoop eating a banana..... how strange, it didn't even move when I stopped to take this picture.

Octapharma :: First Pharmaceutical Company Comes to Hoboken, NJ: Swiss-Based Octapharma to Move U.S. Headquarters to SJP Properties Waterfront Corpora

Published Jan 30, 2008 by Judy Marciano.

Octapharma :: First Pharmaceutical Company Comes to Hoboken, NJ: Swiss-Based Octapharma to Move U.S. Headquarters to SJP Properties Waterfront Corporate Center II

another hat

Published by Judy Marciano.



One of the best ways to increase the value of your home is to upgrade your kitchen and bathrooms.  There is nothing that dates a home more than that 70's look.  Today after years of thinking and a few weeks of planning, I embarked upon renovations of 2 bathrooms in my home.  Basically, I've taken on the responsibilities of the general contractor (the "gc",) that means making decisions at Home Depot, hiring electricians, plumbers and the demo man as well as carpenters and tile installers.  Already I have a new found respect for contractors and realize how truly difficult it is to coordinate all the parts of a job which is especially so with a small job.  Now, over the next few weeks I will be posting some pictures and comments about the progress of the job.  Hopefully you can learn from my mistakes and benefit from my experience.  One of the first steps (aside from getting some inspiration from design idea's) is selecting the tiles.  I started with Home Depot Expo (very high end but not helpful unless you hire their designers), went on to regular Home Depot (in Jersey City, Secaucus and North Bergen), Lowes and eventually Standard Tile in Jersey City which was where I ended up getting the most help and purchased my tiles. (you need to know the exact amount to order, type of trim, color coordinated grout, delivery schedule for the workers, etc).  For all you girls out there, I don't need to tell you, the biggest obstacle and even though I love him a lot, is my husband....He had to have that special bathtub (4 hours later and 3 stores later, I found it!)

Hoboken condo inventory

Published Jan 25, 2008 by Judy Marciano.

studio = 8 units
ave. price = $343,900
median price = $302,000
ave. days on market = 104

one bedroom = 107 units
ave. price = $451,225
median price = $425,000
ave. days on market = 84

two bedroom = 226 units
ave. price = $617,406
median price = $599,000
ave. days on market = 114

three bedroom = 37 units
ave. price = $825,899
median price = $759,000
ave. days on market = 92

four bedroom = 1 unit
list price = $1,250,000
days on market = 94

information compiled on 01.25.08 from the Hudson County MLS, information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

2 Constitution Court, Hoboken

Published Jan 24, 2008 by Judy Marciano.

My latest listings at 2 Constitution:

1 br/1ba, approx 726 sq ft w/views
unit #808, list price $499,00

2 br/2ba, approx 1150 sq ft w/views
unit #806, list price $749,000

3 br/2.5 ba, approx 2180 sq ft (townhouse - a true 3 bedroom, not 2 bedroom plus den!)
unit #101, list price $1,299,000

An open house for the above listings is scheduled for February 9th but if you'd like to schedule a private appointment, contact Judith Marciano, licensed NJ Realtor at Empire Group in Hoboken 201.792.8300. More pictures and details available at http://www.hobokenwaterfrontproperty.com/

U.S. 30-year mortgage rates lowest since March 2004

Published by Judy Marciano.

U.S. 30-year mortgage rates lowest since March 2004
| U.S.
| Reuters

Keep a steady course

Published by Judy Marciano.



To see the events of the last few days and weeks, it is clear that for those people that are not multi millionaires investing in hedge funds, the most solid, reliable investment is good real estate.  The stock market one day collapses, the next day soars because all a person really owns is a piece of paper or even more esoterically a streaming flash of electrons but with real estate you can feel, touch and see what you own.  Invest in real estate now while the rates are low and the markets are volatile.  There is no better investment.

Martin Luther King Day

Published Jan 21, 2008 by Judy Marciano.


"A nation that continues year after year to spend more money on military defense than on programs of social uplift is approaching spiritual death."

Martin Luther King, Jr., Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, 1967.


jersey city stuff

Published by Judy Marciano.


I found out about this really great new site yesterday that might help you get rid of those things that you may no longer want but have been holding onto for way too long thinking that you might one day use them. I think most of us are guilty of this and eventually get to the point where we are ready to let go but don't know how or where to do so. This site can assist you in finding others who may actually need or use what we no longer want. Check it out, http://www.jerseycitystuff.org/.


Live Art Auction, Hoboken

Published Jan 17, 2008 by Judy Marciano.


The Hoboken Rotary Club is sponsoring a live auction on Friday, February 1st. In addition to fine art, there will also be sports memorabilia, music memorabilia and more. You can preview from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the auction starts at 8:00 p.m. Admission is $10 per person or $15 per couple. There will be hors d'oeuvres, wine, chees, coffee and dessert. Proceeds to benefit the Hoboken YMCA, Jubilee Center and Hudson Symphony. For tickets and more information call 201.441.3994

Anastasia's, Hoboken, Everything Sale

Published by Judy Marciano.




Stopped by Anastasia's (men's and women's accessories) today at 1006 Washington Street, everything (yes, everything) in the store is on sale - 40% off their entire stock with additional savings on seasonal items. The sale ends this Sunday, January 20th. And by the way, they are moving to a new downtown location this April. The new location will be 88 Garden Street, between Newark & 1st.



Hoboken total condo inventory

Published Jan 15, 2008 by Judy Marciano.

studio's = 7 units
ave. price = $339,898
ave. days on market = 121

one bedroom = 112 units
ave. price = $453,056
ave. days on market = 81

two bedroom = 227 units
ave. price = $624,525
ave. days on market = 117

three bedroom = 37 units
ave. price = $822,771
ave. days on market = 86

four bedroom = 2 units
ave. price = $1,237,500
ave. days on market = 112

info compiled on 01.15.08 from Hudson County MLS, information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

January 2008 Hoboken new inventory

Published by Judy Marciano.

January 2008 newest Hoboken listings
one bedroom = 20 units
ave. price = $478,625
two bedroom = 27 units
ave. price = $591,791
three bedroom = 5 units
ave. price = $855,000

information compiled on 01.15.08 from Hudson County MLS, information deemed reliable but not guaranteed



office space available in Hoboken

Published Jan 5, 2008 by Judy Marciano.


If you are a professional looking for commercial space in Hoboken, this is a great opportunity to be located on a very active corner at Hudson and Newark, minutes away from the Path Train. In addition to your private office, this building also features a full time receptionist from 9-6 Monday thru Friday; 24/7 access; use of a large conference room for meetings and a shared kitchen for the tenants. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Judith Marciano, licensed NJ Realtor at Empire Realty Group in Hoboken, 201.792.8300.

Meadowlands Xanadu

Published Jan 1, 2008 by Judy Marciano.






While driving around on this New Year's Day, my husband and I stopped to get a glimpse of the progress of the Meadowlands Xanadu. For those of you who are not familiar with this project, Xanadu, is planned to be an amazing complex going up at the Meadowlands Sports Complex - a 4.8 million square foot entertainment destination consisting of sports, leisure, shopping, retail, office and hotel space. The main attraction is an indoor snow facility, the first of its kind in the USA. The snow dome is supposed to be approx 140 sq ft tall and over 160,000 sq ft of cold area offering a year round experience to skiers as well as a separate area for snow boarders. This part of Northern NJ (w/i 5 miles of NYC) has often been referred to as "swampland", but when this complex is complete, that is going to change! Expected completion was said to be Fall of 2008 but it looks like they still have quite a ways to go. Next time you are near the Meadowlands, or route 120, take a look and you can see the beginnings of this new destination.

Happy New Year to all

Published by Judy Marciano.


Have a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!

About me

  • I'm Judy Marciano
  • From Hoboken, NJ, United States
  • Thanks for checking out my blog. I am a full time licensed NJ real estate agent in Hoboken at Empire Realty Group. As I go thru Hudson County each day, often I stop to take a picture. Feel free to contact me for any real estate assistance at jmarciano@empiregroup.com
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