Report: Housing Surge Follows Commercial Investment in New Brunswick

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (April 3, 2025) - New Brunswick is experiencing a remarkable transformation, fueled by the influx of major commercial investments. The City is witnessing a surge in apartment construction as developers race to meet the burgeoning demand for housing. Projects like the Jack and Sheryl Morris Cancer Center and the Health + Life Science Exchange (HELIX) campus are attracting a wave of professionals, creating a need for modern, accessible living spaces, according to a report in Real Estate NJ.

Between 2022 and 2024, the City approved projects with a combined 2,071 housing units - nearly double the number of apartments constructed from 2015 to 2023. These projects, including The LIV Apartments and a 342-unit residential tower, are reshaping the city's skyline and catering to the expected influx of high-income professionals.

New Brunswick is not just building new homes; it's building a future, with a focus on affordable housing, infrastructure upgrades, and preserving the city's unique blend of arts, culture, and institutional strength. Read the entire story at Real Estate NJ.