The Metropolitan Complex In Springfield Set To Begin Leasing Soon

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Located at the former Saks Fifth Avenue in Springfield, The Metropolitan luxury apartment building has made significant progress in its construction and will begin leasing to tenant soon.

According to developer Garden Communities, the mixed-use development is progressing for a mid-2023 pre-leasing launch.

The Metropolitan will introduce 270 luxury rental residences and will include 223 one- and two-bedroom rentals. Additionally, 47 two- and three-bedroom townhomes are under construction around the property perimeter.

The apartment complex will also incorporate approximately 5,000 square feet of retail space fronting on upper Millburn Avenue.

"The Metropolitan is establishing a new best-and-highest use for this legendary Millburn Avenue address and serving as a catalyst to restore vibrancy to its neighborhood,” said Garden Communities’ managing director Scott Loventhal. “The community’s impressive amenities, ultra-convenient location and diverse product mix will establish a one-of-a-kind lifestyle that will appeal to every demographic of renter."

Residents will also get to enjoy a host of amenities, including a daytime concierge, lobby coffee bar, multiple lounges and gathering spaces, a "state-of-the-art" fitness center and more. Conveniences will also include everything from garage parking with EV chargers, to package lockers and resident storage.

The outside, park-like grounds will feature courtyards, seating areas and firepits, as well as a heated pool with sundecks, an outdoor kitchen, barbecue grills and dining areas.

The development is also just minutes from downtown Millburn, The Mall at Short Hills, Paper Mill Playhouse, Baltusrol Golf Club, parks and recreational facilities and the Short Hills train station.

Those interested in renting can put their name on an interest list here.

Rent prices have yet to be released.