A taste of luxury is coming to the Newark’s North Ironbound neighborhood known largely for its Portuguese bakeries and Brazilian eateries.

Later this month, a 91-unit apartment building will officially open on 325 Ferry Street, filled with upscale amenities and a free daily shuttle to Newark Penn Station and the Harrison PATH Station.

The building will offer "finely-crafted living spaces in one of the most exciting, unique neighborhoods in New Jersey, and that is something we are really looking forward to,” T. Gary Gutjahr, who is developing the property with J. Gordon Gutjahr, said in a statement.

The lobby at 325 Ferry Street in Newark's North Ironbound neighborhood. (Courtesy: CAHN Communications)

Some units will have a view of New York City’s skyline. Other features include nine-foot ceilings, quartz kitchen countertops, outdoor balconies, a washer/dryer in unit and a fitness studio and lounge in the building.

The ground floor of the building will include a 5,000 square-foot sports bar, Neapolitan Express Pizzeria and a pet grooming salon.

Monthly rents for a one bedroom begin at $1,750 and $2,303 for two bedrooms. Smaller units are 638 square feet; larger units are 1,116 square feet.

The building is the latest project to offer luxury rentals in the city, but more such housing -- with higher density -- is in the works.

A Newark ordinance passed last year allows buildings in some parts of the Ironbound to reach up to 12 stories in some areas and 20 stories in others. Some residents have expressed concern over the ordinance, saying the larger buildings will change the character of the neighborhood.

Karen Yi may be reached at kyi@njadvancemedia.com. Follow her on Twitter at @karen_yi or on Facebook.

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