Two South Willow Launches Leasing In Downtown Montclair

MONTCLAIR, NJ, June 17, 2021 – Leasing has officially launched at Two South Willow in downtown Montclair, NJ, providing the latest sign of the neighborhood’s transformation into a dynamic residential and arts destination.

Located on Bloomfield Avenue, the new collection of 200 rental residences features a variety of open layouts with modern finishes, all complemented by an exciting array of lifestyle amenities highlighted by a roof deck with Manhattan skyline views. The six-story building also includes 38,000 square feet of street-level retail and arts space opening to an outdoor pedestrian plaza that will open to the public this Summer, bolstering a vibrant new arts district anchored by the adjacent Wellmont Theater.

Monthly rents for Two South Willow’s residences, many of which offer balconies, currently range starting at $1,760 for studios, $2,290 for one-bedroom floor plans, $3,085 for one-bedroom-plus-den homes, and $3,760 for two-bedroom apartments. Immediate occupancy is available.

“After years of developing properties throughout the tri-state area, we were thrilled to be able to build in a such a vibrant community like Montclair,” said David Barry, CEO of Hoboken-based Ironstate Development Company. “The dynamic, local culture heavily influenced the design of the building and development of the new Wellmont Arts Plaza to create a new destination for Montclair residents.”

Designed by Marchetto Higgins Stieve and Minno Wasko, with interiors by Kara Mann Design, Two South Willow respects the historic architecture and brickwork of adjacent buildings, such as the Wellmont Theater. Stylish apartments feature bright and open living spaces, modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances, large built-in closets including walk-in closets in many of the residences, in-home washer/dryers, and balconies and terraces in many units. A wide variety of layouts ensure that everyone can find the apartment to best suit their needs.

Shared social spaces designed to foster natural opportunities for residents to meet and interact include a private courtyard, fitness center with Peloton bike, rooftop study with a fireplace, and a roof deck with fire pits, BBQ grills, and a shuffleboard court overlooking the Manhattan skyline. The building also offers keyless entry access and on-site, covered parking.

The residential space will reflect the art district’s cultural influence with a tile mural in the lobby by Portuguese atelier Can Ran and a unique front desk fashioned from a whole tree trunk by furniture designer John Houshmand.

Just outside the door lies a burgeoning arts destination, with a portion of Seymour Street being converted into a pedestrian-only space to create the Wellmont Arts Plaza. Designed by Montclair-based landscape architect Arterial, the plaza will include extensive landscaping, outdoor seating, and multiple art installations, as well as space to host open-air performances and other events, creating a vibrant gathering place throughout the year. Retail tenants Gravity Vault, opening soon this Summer, and One River School will be the first of many new businesses contributing to the fabric of the new plaza.

Two South Willow will not only place residents in the heart of a new arts district, but in the heart of Montclair itself, just steps from retail, restaurants, and mass-transit access. Known both for its vibrant shopping and dining options and its quiet tree-lined streets with beautiful homes, Montclair is a place people love to call home. Residents of Two South Willow will find cultural treasures at the Montclair Art Museum and cozy art galleries throughout town, fine dining and eclectic international cuisine on Bloomfield Avenue, sidewalk cafes and boutique shops on Church Street, and numerous parks, bike trails and dog parks nearby. The annual Montclair Film Festival attracts filmmakers from around the world, and the Montclair Jazz Festival brings in talented musicians for two weeks of outdoor performances every year.

NJ TRANSIT’S Bay Street and Walnut Street train stations are a short walk from Two South Willow and deliver commuters to and from New York Penn Station in about 40 minutes. Daily bus service to New York City is also available from multiple locations on or near Bloomfield Avenue. Residents with cars have easy access with proximity to Route 280 and the Garden State Parkway.

Tours to view available apartments are available by walk-in or appointment on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10-6 and on Thursday and Friday from 11-7. For more information on Two South Willow and to set up a tour, visit www.twosouthwillow.com.

Ironstate Development Company is one of the largest privately held real estate development companies in the Northeast. Based in Hoboken, New Jersey, Ironstate Development is the real estate firm behind the development and management of large-scale mixed-use projects including the Standard East Village, Chiltern Firehouse in London, and W Hotel in Hoboken, in addition to numerous residential projects in the New York metropolitan area. Ironstate’s diverse portfolio of residential and hospitality assets are valued at several billion dollars. Additional information on Ironstate Development Company is available on the Company’s website at www.ironstate.net.

Brookfield Properties is a leading global developer and operator of high-quality real estate assets. We are active in nearly all real estate sectors, including office, retail, multifamily, hospitality and logistics, operating more than 675 properties and over 325 million square feet of real estate in gateway cities around the globe on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. With a focus on sustainability, a commitment to excellence, and the drive for relentless innovation in the planning, development and management of buildings and their surroundings, Brookfield Properties is reimagining real estate from the ground up. For more information, visit www.brookfieldproperties.com/.

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