247 2ND ST 1 Welcome home to this stunning 2BD+Den/2.5BA duplex with an extraordinary PRIVATE BACKYARD oasis in the heart of Downtown Jersey City. This rare home seamlessly blends historic character and timeless details, including beautifully refinished hardwood floors, sun-soaked rooms, tall windows, custom crown moldings, gorgeous decorative fireplaces with marble mantels, and original 200-year-old pocket doors. The gracious living spaces are filled with character while offering modern conveniences such as built-in speakers, remote-controlled blinds, custom window treatments, new lighting fixtures, Residence Supply electrical plates, central A/C and carefully selected finishes that complement the home's historic character (a full list is available). The open-concept gourmet kitchen is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, featuring a large island, new countertops, soft-close cabinetry, a Viking 6-burner professional range, an oversized commercial-grade Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and brand-new built-in microwave. Updated lighting and a custom butler's pantry add both function and style. Step directly from the kitchen into your own private backyard oasis. Measuring an impressive 49' x 25', this expansive, custom-built outdoor space is a true entertainer's paradise. Enjoy dinner al fresco, relax in the hammock, or gather with friends for movie nights under the stars with the outdoor projector. High-end, waterproof speakers are professionally mounted and wired throughout the backyard, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or unwinding. The backyard also features a fully air-conditioned shed, offering incredible flexibility as a home office, gym, studio, or creative space. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with dual walk-in closets, newly installed custom built-ins, a beautiful en-suite bathroom, and direct access to the backyard. The second bedroom features blackout roller shades and a Murphy bed for added convenience. With over 2, 000 square feet of living space, the home offers exceptional flexibility and endless possibilities, including the potential to easily create a third bedroom. And the location is hard to beat! Situated in Historic Downtown Jersey City, you are mere steps from the PATH and Grove Street pedestrian plaza. Hamilton Park, Van Vorst Park, Liberty State Park, top schools, and some of the city's best restaurants, cafes, and bars are all just a hop, skip, and a jump away! A full restoration and repainting project for the building's facade is scheduled for Fall 2026, with all permits already received and a contractor deposit in place, offering the next owner the benefit of substantial upcoming improvements already planned and underway.