Jersey City YMCA

The Jersey City YMCA is a Renaissance Revival residential building in the Bergen Section with classical architectural features including stone parapets and decorative arched ceiling details. It now contains 131 housing units designed as efficiency and single-room apartments for individuals requiring supportive residential services.

The building was established in 1923 as a housing facility for Pennsylvania Railroad workers and other laborers in the area. It marked the beginning of an institutional presence that would serve worker housing needs for decades to come.

The building served the community as a center for education, sports, and religious activities that brought together people from different backgrounds. It was a place where residents developed skills and participated in community programs together.

The building is a residential facility located on Bergen Avenue with housing units visible from the street, making it easy to find and observe from the exterior. Visitors should note it is an active residential building with current residents, so interior access may be limited.

In 1978 the original male-only housing purpose was abandoned and the residential floors were redesigned to accommodate both men and women equally. This shift reflected a change in how the institution welcomed and served its residents.

Location: New Jersey

GPS coordinates: 40.72140,-74.07190

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42