132 Sussex St

Located on one of the most picturesque streets in the historic Paulus Hook section of Downtown Jersey City, this rare offering combines elegant brownstone living with a fully operational, Jersey City-approved Airbnb investment opportunity. This deeded historic building, recognized by the United States Department of the Interior, offers a unique blend of preserved architectural character and modern luxury living. Live in the beautifully renovated two-bedroom duplex while generating income from the separately accessed one-bedroom residence — a turnkey short-term rental business ready for immediate cash flow. The owner’s duplex spans the ground and parlor levels of a historic brownstone and showcases an open-concept layout with exposed brick, hardwood floors, and a high-end chef’s kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The home also features a private landscaped backyard, two private balconies, a spacious primary bedroom retreat, Pella windows, ductless air conditioning, tankless hot water heater, in-unit laundry, and digital keypad entry. The separate one-bedroom residence offers gleaming hardwood floors, a renovated bathroom, pristine kitchen, in-unit laundry, abundant storage, and a large private outdoor deck — ideal for continued Airbnb use, long-term rental income, guest quarters, or private workspace. For buyers seeking flexibility, this is also a unique opportunity to combine both residences into your own dream oasis in the heart of Downtown Jersey City. Whether maintained as an income-producing investment or transformed into one expansive home, the possibilities are endless. Just moments from the PATH, NY Waterway ferries to New York City, Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, Liberty State Park, and Downtown Jersey City’s top restaurants, cafés, and waterfront attractions, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of historic charm, modern luxury, and investment potential.