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Panorama of Jersey City File 134-540-046
structure #760833036building

143 2nd Street

existing 24.4 m 7 floors 1902

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Main Roof Height24.4 m
Floors7
Completion1902
Structural Formlow-rise building
Main Usageprivate library, warehouse
Status existing
Architectural Styleearly modern
Address124-140 1st Street
Smart Address124–140 1st Street
1st Level DistrictDowntown
2nd Level DistrictPowerhouse
CityJersey City
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-24

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