Facility Overview
The parking lot at 19 W 22nd St offers convenient, open-air surface parking nestled in the bustling core of Bayonne, New Jersey. Positioned just half a block off the city’s primary commercial spine along Broadway, this facility provides accessible and reliable ground-level parking for residents, daily commuters, and visitors. Because the lot is an unobstructed surface facility, there are no overhead clearance restrictions or low-hanging structural beams, making it an ideal choice for full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, large SUVs, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or cargo carriers, in addition to standard compact and mid-size sedans.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Located in the heart of midtown Bayonne, this lot serves as a convenient jumping-off point for exploring the vibrant neighborhood retail and dining scene along Broadway:
- Broadway Shopping & Dining District: Mere steps away (1–2 minutes walking), offering dozens of local Italian delis, pizzerias, bakeries, cafes, pharmacies, and specialty boutiques.
- Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (22nd Street Station): Located approximately 3 blocks east along 22nd Street at Avenue E (under a 5-minute walk), providing swift, frequent light rail service to Jersey City, Hoboken Terminal, and connecting PATH trains into Manhattan.
- Stephen R. Gregg Bayonne County Park: Located about 1 mile to the northwest along Newark Bay, featuring athletic fields, running tracks, waterfront walking paths, and tennis courts.
- Bayonne High School & Municipal Grounds: Situated within a short 10-to-15-minute walk or a brief 3-minute drive.
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port: Located approximately 2.5 miles east, accessible via a short taxi or rideshare trip along Route 440.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The facility features direct vehicular ingress and egress along West 22nd Street between Broadway and Avenue C. Traffic along West 22nd Street generally moves at a steady neighborhood pace, allowing for simple turns into and out of the lot without the gridlock common in larger metropolitan centers. Drivers benefit from rapid connectivity to major regional corridors, including New Jersey Route 440, the Bayonne Bridge (Route 440 South to Staten Island), and Interstate 78 / New Jersey Turnpike Extension (Exit 14A) just minutes to the north. Transit riders can easily park and make the quick walk east to the 22nd Street HBLR station for an effortless commute northward.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero vertical height limitations for oversized vehicles.
- Marked Parking Bays: Well-defined stalls arranged for straightforward maneuvering and two-way driving aisles.
- Electronic & Mobile Payment: Supported by municipal pay stations or regional mobile parking apps (such as ParkMobile), providing cashless convenience.
- Pedestrian Connectivity: Level sidewalks with curb cuts leading directly onto Broadway and surrounding avenues.
- ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces located near the primary pedestrian exits.
Ideal For
- Daily Manhattan & Jersey City Commuters: Park and take a short walk to the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail 22nd Street Station.
- Local Shoppers & Diners: Convenient parking while running errands, dining, or shopping along the Broadway business corridor.
- Service Technicians & Tradespeople: High-clearance vehicle accommodation for contractors visiting downtown Bayonne.
- Visiting Guests & Residents: Practical off-street parking option when street-side parking is congested during peak evening hours.
Visitor & Driver Tips
West 22nd Street is a one-way street traveling westbound between Avenue E and Avenue C; plan your approach by turning onto 22nd Street from Broadway or Avenue E. During morning and evening commuter rush hours, allow an extra few minutes to secure your stall and process your parking session via the on-site kiosk or mobile application. Always check posted signage at the stall or lot entrance for specific regulations, permitted parking time windows, and street sweeping or maintenance notices.