The Hudson Tea Buildings

Hudson Tea is made up of six condo buildings along Hoboken’s uptown waterfront, all developed or converted into condominiums by Toll Brothers.

Three were built as new construction: 1400 Hudson Street, 1450 Washington Street, and 1425 Hudson Street. The other three, 1500 Garden Street, 1500 Washington Street, and 1500 Hudson Street, were converted from former industrial buildings, including the original Lipton Tea factory the community is named for.

The video above focuses on 1400 Hudson, 1450 Washington, and 1500 Garden, the three buildings that make up the Hudson Tea Condo Association.

What All Six Buildings Have in Common

All six buildings are concrete and steel, with a 24-hour concierge, an on-site super, and a private shuttle to the PATH. Pets are allowed throughout, although 1500 Washington and 1500 Hudson have a 25-pound limit.

The location is the same for every building, and it’s a big part of why I love living here. You’re steps from the waterfront, the ferry, buses, Trader Joe’s, Kings, and uptown restaurants like Bin 14, Apulia, City Bistro, The Madison, and Baja.

Parking is the one thing to plan for. 1400 Hudson and 1425 Hudson have limited on-site parking, and most Hudson Tea residents park at the garage at 1450 Bloomfield Street.

1400 Hudson Street

Built in 2017, 1400 Hudson is my building. It has 236 residences, from studios to three-bedrooms, although most homes are one- and two-bedrooms.

The finishes are newer and modern, with 9-foot ceilings (10 feet on the top floor), quartz waterfall islands, custom cabinetry, and Bosch and Thermador appliances. Many homes have large glass balconies with room for a grill and patio furniture. Some courtyard homes have private paver terraces, and some owners have added rooftop terraces. Corner homes have huge windows and bring in so much sun, and some residences have Hudson River and Manhattan skyline views.

Even if you don’t have your own balcony, there’s a lot of outdoor space here. Amenities include a rooftop pool with skyline views, a landscaped courtyard, a residents’ lounge, fitness centers, a yoga room, a children’s playroom, a dog wash, a game room, grills, and open-air fireplaces. Urban Market and Club Pilates are on the first floor.

It’s a large building, but with four elevators, two on each side, it rarely feels that way.

The tradeoffs: on-site parking is limited, and three-bedroom homes don’t come up often. If I wanted newer construction, my own balcony, and every amenity under one roof, this would be my Hudson Tea pick.

1450 Washington Street

Built in 2012, 1450 Washington has 158 residences, from studios to three-bedrooms. It’s smaller than 1400 Hudson and has more of a boutique feel.

Many homes have balconies, oversized windows, and 9-foot ceilings, and some have Empire State Building views. The building has its own fitness center and beautiful rooftop terraces with grills, fire pits, and views of Hoboken and New York City. Residents also have access to the rooftop pool and shared amenities at 1400 Hudson. Toastique and Uncorked Wine + Spirits are right downstairs.

The tradeoffs: many homes still have the original Toll Brothers floating engineered wood floors, although a lot of owners have already replaced them. There’s no parking in the building. Most residents use the garage next door.

1450 Washington gives you much of what 1400 Hudson offers, in a smaller building, often at a lower price point.

1425 Hudson Street

1425 Hudson is the newest building at Hudson Tea, with just 99 residences and its own separate HOA. It sits right on the waterfront walkway, with the Hudson River on one side and Hudson Street on the other.

The floor-to-ceiling windows are the showstopper. Every residence from the fifth floor up has them, and the natural light is incredible. The building also has a rooftop dipping pool, and select residences have water and skyline views.

The tradeoffs: HOA fees are the highest in Hudson Tea, and parking is limited. Because it’s so small and people tend to stay, homes here don’t come up often.

If natural light is at the top of your list, or you want a true boutique building without leaving Hudson Tea, this is the one I’d look at.

1500 Garden Street

Originally a factory, 1500 Garden was converted into condominiums by Toll Brothers in 2008. Its 116 loft-style residences have oversized windows, approximately 11- to 13-foot ceilings, and some of the largest layouts in Hudson Tea, with many homes around 1,800 square feet.

The building has its own gym and club room, both recently renovated and beautiful, plus access to the amenities at 1400 Hudson. Some homes have Manhattan views, and the penthouses have private outdoor space.

The tradeoffs: outside of the penthouses, private outdoor space is limited, and there’s no parking in the building.

Homes here rarely come up for sale. If I needed space, this is where I’d look first.

1500 Washington Street

1500 Washington is the original Lipton Tea factory, converted by Toll Brothers, and the building Hudson Tea is named for. Residences range from studios to three-bedrooms, with approximately 11- to 13-foot ceilings, oversized windows, open layouts, and real industrial character.

Many homes face Weehawken Cove, with views of uptown New York City. The building has a concierge, and its amenities are located next door at 1500 Hudson.

The tradeoffs: there’s no pool, a 25-pound pet limit, and no parking in the building. And as cool as it is to live in a historic factory, it is an older building.

If you want a true loft with character in a full-service building, this is a great place to start.

1500 Hudson Street

1500 Hudson is the other original Hudson Tea loft building, also converted by Toll Brothers. It sits right on the Hudson River, so it has some of the best views of the loft buildings, with impressive Hudson River and Manhattan skyline views from many homes.

Residences range from studios to three-bedrooms, with approximately 11- to 13-foot ceilings, oversized windows, open layouts, and industrial character. The amenities for both loft buildings are located here.

The tradeoffs are the same as 1500 Washington: no pool, a 25-pound pet limit, no parking in the building, and an older building.

Both 1500 Washington and 1500 Hudson are investor-friendly, so if you’re buying to rent out, they’re two of the first places I’d look.

A note about pricing: The building and amenity information in this video remains current, but any prices mentioned reflect the market at the time the video was recorded. For current Hudson Tea pricing and availability, contact me directly.