Jersey City’s Top 3: Green Spaces

As spring wakes nature from her slumber, the many green spaces around Jersey City are blooming once again, inviting residents to take a moment out of their day and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Located between several parks and golf courses, the luxury apartments at MRK provide easy access to these outdoor spaces as well as a suite of on-site recreation and coworking amenities that make the building a true live-work-play community.

With many Americans sheltering in place, green spaces have become more important than ever. Nearby Skyway Golf Course has reopened with all the necessary safety guidelines, giving golfers their first opportunity to tee off in months. The iconic course features nine holes set against scenic backdrops, including the Manhattan skyline and the Hackensack River, making it the perfect escape after a day spent working from home.

Nongolfers should harness up their pup and pack a picnic before walking to Lincoln Park, which was recently reopened by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. Named after the central statue, Lincoln the Mystic, which depicts the 16th president in a pensive moment, Lincoln Park features numerous athletic facilities and children’s areas within its 150 acres. MRK residents will love picnicking around the pond and taking their pooch to the popular Lincoln Park Dog Run, where furry friends can get some much-needed exercise after weeks trapped inside.

While Lincoln Park looks out over the Hackensack, Liberty State Park takes full advantage of its Hudson Riverfront location, providing visitors with spectacular skyline views from picnic areas as well as a two-mile-long promenade along the water. Liberty State Park is full of nature trails, tree-lined paths, and areas perfect for fishing and crabbing, as well as hidden gems, like the abandoned Central Railroad of New Jersey station and a sculpture hidden within the marsh grass, that are sure to keep visitors busy exploring and discovering while maintaining crucial social distance.

Of course, MRK residents don’t have to leave their building to fire up a grill and appreciate panoramic skyline views. The rooftop lounge features barbecues, fire pits, comfortable outdoor seating, and spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, Jersey City, and Journal Square. Yoga practitioners will want to take their mats outside to the yoga terrace, where they can stretch in the sun. 

So, what are you waiting for? With 132 residences and 200 coworking desks, there’s always room for one more at MRK. Schedule your virtual tour today, and start living, working, and playing in Jersey City today!