Facility Overview

Situated in the bustling West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, Extra Space Storage at 985 Communipaw Avenue provides a secure, fully fenced open-air vehicle parking and storage compound integrated within a modern self-storage facility. Designed with practical utility in mind, the property features generously sized ground-level parking stalls and wide, asphalt-paved drive aisles that comfortably accommodate daily commuter cars, commercial work vans, utility trailers, full-size pickup trucks, and recreational vehicles (RVs). Because the parking stalls are located in open-air outdoor lots within the perimeter fencing, there are no low overhead ceilings or tight multi-level ramp clearances to navigate, granting unrestricted vertical clearance for high-roof sprinters, rooftop cargo racks, and elevated commercial fleet vehicles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility enjoys an advantageous position along Communipaw Avenue, a vital east-west thoroughfare linking Jersey City\'s inner core with major regional transit corridors. Key nearby destinations and attractions include:

• Lincoln Park: Hudson County’s flagship 273-acre urban park is located just a few blocks west (an easy 7 to 10-minute walk), offering public tennis courts, athletic fields, scenic trails, and the Skyway Golf Course.
• New Jersey City University (NJCU): Situated roughly one mile south along Kennedy Boulevard and West Side Avenue, easily accessible within 5 minutes by car.
• Mana Contemporary: The acclaimed multi-disciplinary arts center located just over a mile northeast in the Journal Square vicinity.
• West Side Avenue Commercial Corridor: Home to authentic local dining, neighborhood bakeries, bodegas, and retail services located directly east along Communipaw and West Side Avenues.
• Hudson River Waterfront & Downtown Jersey City: Exchange Place, Grove Street, and the waterfront are located a straightforward 10 to 15-minute drive eastward.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward from Communipaw Avenue via a dedicated driveway equipped with an automated security gate. The location provides exceptional highway access, sitting just moments from the U.S. Route 1/9 Truck corridor, Route 440, and Interstate 78 (Newark Bay Extension of the New Jersey Turnpike), enabling drivers to quickly bypass dense local city gridlock when heading toward Newark Airport, Manhattan, or western New Jersey. For public transit users, NJ Transit Bus Route 80 stops directly along Communipaw Avenue, while the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) West Side Avenue Station is located within a 15-minute walk or a short bus connection, providing effortless light rail transfers into Downtown Jersey City and Hoboken Terminal.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Secured perimeter with full heavy-duty security fencing and an electronic keypad-controlled access gate.
• High-definition continuous video surveillance monitoring drive lanes and entry checkpoints.
• Open-air surface spaces with zero height restrictions for oversized vehicles, campers, and cargo vans.
• Expansive, well-maintained drive aisles providing ample turning radius for towing trailers and parking large trucks.
• Well-illuminated premises featuring high-output exterior LED lighting for safe nighttime access.
• Ground-level access with convenient proximity to on-site loading areas and storage management office.
• Flexible month-to-month vehicle parking agreements with online account management and auto-pay capabilities.

Ideal For

• Local Jersey City and West Side residents seeking guaranteed, secure off-street monthly parking.
• Independent contractors, tradespeople, and small business owners needing secure overnight parking for commercial vans, box trucks, or equipment trailers.
• Recreational vehicle (RV), camper, and boat owners needing dedicated seasonal or year-round storage.
• Commuters, students, and long-term travelers desiring secure vehicle safekeeping with rapid access to regional highways and public transit.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When arriving via Communipaw Avenue, keep an eye out for the prominent Extra Space Storage signage on the north side of the street and reduce speed early, as traffic along this corridor can move swiftly during peak morning and evening commute windows. Remember that vehicle parking spaces at this location operate primarily on monthly rental leases rather than short-term hourly meters; prior reservation through the facility office or online portal is strongly recommended to confirm stall dimensions and availability. Be sure to carry your personalized digital gate access code, and note that registered vehicles must typically be in running condition with active registration and insurance on file.