A four-story brownstone at 238 Garden Street in Hoboken has hit the market for $4,550,000, standing out not just for its high-end finishes but for something increasingly rare in the city's housing stock: it's a full 25 feet wide. The listing, brought to market by Corcoran Sawyer Smith, showcases a property with roughly 4,000 square feet of living space, four bedrooms, and three-and-a-half bathrooms, following a top-to-bottom luxury renovation.
According to Jersey Digs, the home is being presented by Corcoran Sawyer Smith agent Jacqueline Petruzzelli, who has closed more than $500 million in local real estate transactions and can be reached at (908) 578-8388 to arrange a private viewing. Public records reviewed by StreetEasy show the building dates to 1901 and was officially listed on August 3. Hudson County property records cited by PropertyShark indicate the home sold for $1,300,000 in June 2025, before its complete redesign, illustrating just how much value a comprehensive gut renovation can add in Hoboken's tight luxury market.
Why 25 Feet Makes This House Unusual
Hoboken's street grid traces back to Colonel John Stevens' 1804 plan. Against that historical backdrop, a genuine full-width, 25-foot single-family brownstone like 238 Garden Street is exceedingly rare in the downtown housing stock today.
Inside, the home's main parlor level features 10.8-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom millwork, and rift and quarter-sawn white oak chevron flooring, per the original Jersey Digs listing description. The kitchen is outfitted with Calacatta Viola marble countertops, a backsplash, and an oversized island, alongside a 48-inch Wolf dual-fuel eight-burner range, a 48-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator, a vented hood, and a pot filler. A dedicated wine bar with a Sub-Zero beverage refrigerator and wine cooler rounds out the entertaining space.
Layout Spans Four Levels With Private Outdoor Space
The middle floor holds three bedrooms and two marble-clad bathrooms, while the top floor is reserved for a primary suite complete with a private terrace, a walk-in closet, and a dedicated home office. The primary ensuite bathroom includes heated Thassos white marble floors, a freestanding soaking tub, a 24-inch rain shower with handheld spray, an oversized shower, and a Calacatta gold marble dual vanity. One bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet, while another opens directly onto its own private terrace.
The lower level includes a recreation room that opens directly to the backyard, which features Ipe wood fencing and a paved patio. That patio is equipped for outdoor living with a built-in outdoor kitchen, refrigeration, recessed LED lighting, and a direct gas line. Additional systems throughout the home include Lutron lighting controls, Weather Shield windows, acoustic insulation, dual-zone central air conditioning, and a hardwired security system. Garage parking is also available nearby at 70 Garden Street.
Any Exterior Changes Face Historic Review
Because the home sits within Hoboken's historic fabric, publicly visible exterior modifications, window replacements, or additions in locally designated historic districts or on landmarks are subject to municipal review by the Hoboken Historic Preservation Commission under Chapter 42 of the municipal code. That regulatory backdrop played into a related project, where Hoodline reported this week that the owners behind Dear Maud are planning Anam near Newark Street and have had a signage application heard. Public tax records for 238 Garden Street are available.
Public tax records for 238 Garden Street are available. According to the Hoboken Tax Assessor's office, property ownership information is available through the city, while copies of records can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Brownstone owners more broadly face costs for masonry repointing, roof care, and facade restoration, costs that come with owning a home this old rather than a newer condo.
A Small, Competitive Slice of Hoboken's Market
Market data compiled by real estate agent Raheem Sells shows that renovated single-family brownstones occupy a much narrower band, trading between $2 million and $4 million, with only 20 to 30 such sales occurring citywide in a typical year. Hudson County's broader condo and townhouse market has also been shaped by demand for premium downtown and waterfront properties.
Recent sales suggest buyers are moving fast when turnkey inventory like this appears. A 20-foot-wide brick rowhome at 208 Fifth Street sold for $4.23 million in November 2025 after just five days on the market and five competing bidders, according to Patch. StreetEasy notes that 238 Garden Street sits about 0.42 miles from Hoboken Terminal, putting PATH trains, NJ Transit rail, ferries, and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail within easy reach, along with access to Manhattan, Hoboken's parks, restaurants, shops, and waterfront destinations.
