🏙️ Coming 2026: Luxury residences · New Luxury Apartments · Ground-Floor Fitness · On-Site Café · 2 Courtyards · 261 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes Register Now
🗓️ Opening June 2026 · Pompton Lakes, NJ
261 Wanaque Ave & · Downtown Pompton Lakes

New Luxury Apartments
Opening June 2026 in Pompton Lakes, NJ

Brand-new luxury 1 & 2-bedroom apartments in the heart of Pompton Lakes, NJ — steps from Wanaque Ave dining, Lakeside Park, and NJ Transit. Ground-floor gym, on-site café, retail, and 2 private courtyards. Covered parking available. In-unit washer/dryer in every residence. Minutes to Morristown, Wayne & NYC.

Opening June 2026  ·  Pre-Leasing Now Open  ·  Register for Priority Access →

Steps
away
Wanaque Ave
dining, shops & cafés
~20
min
Morristown, NJ
I-287 W · shops & train
~15
min
Wayne / Willowbrook
I-287 S · 120+ stores
~30
min
Midtown Manhattan
I-287 / NJ Transit bus
4
mi
Lincoln Park Train
NJ Transit → NYC Penn
1
mi
Pompton Lake
175 acres · park & trails
~35
min
Newark Airport
I-287 / NJ Turnpike
June
2026 Opening
2
Connected Buildings
1 & 2
Bedroom Options
261
Wanaque Ave, NJ
Meridia Pompton Lakes architectural rendering — new luxury apartments opening June 2026 at 261 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ

Luxury Living,
Reimagined for Pompton Lakes.

Meridia Pompton Lakes is more than an apartment — it's a fully amenitized lifestyle destination in the heart of downtown Pompton Lakes. Every detail has been designed around making your daily life easier, more connected, and more enjoyable.

From a spacious ground-floor fitness center and on-site café to ground-floor retail, 2 private resident courtyards, and covered parking — everything you need is right where you live. Steps from Wanaque Ave's best dining, Lakeside Park, and NJ Transit buses to NYC. And just 20 minutes to Morristown, 15 minutes to Wayne, and 30 minutes to Midtown Manhattan.

  • 1-bedroom & 2-bedroom residences
  • In-unit washer/dryer in every home — no laundry rooms
  • Ground-floor fitness center, café & retail shops
  • 2 private resident courtyards — outdoor space to unwind
  • Covered parking available for residents
  • Steps from Wanaque Ave dining & NJ Transit · 20 min to Morristown
  • Opening June 2026 — register now for priority access
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Life in Downtown
Pompton Lakes, NJ

From lakeside recreation to a walkable restaurant strip — here's a look at the community surrounding Meridia Pompton Lakes.

Meridia Pompton Lakes — architectural rendering showing brick and gray facade with On-Site Restaurant and WeWork at ground floor, corner of Wanaque Ave and , Pompton Lakes NJ
Meridia Pompton Lakes
261 Wanaque Ave · Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442 · Opening 2026
Lakeside Park on Pompton Lake — waterfront park rated 4.9 stars, 580 Lakeside Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ, kayak launch and fishing pier near Meridia apartments
Mack's American Bar & Grill — 300 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.5 stars, local dining steps from Meridia Pompton Lakes apartments
Ramapo Valley County Reservation — hiking trails and waterfall, Mahwah NJ, rated 4.8 stars, near Pompton Lakes apartments
Manhattan skyline view from New Jersey — approximately 30 minute commute from Pompton Lakes NJ to NYC visible from ridge trail, approximately 30 minute commute from Pompton Lakes NJ to NYC
Pompton espresso bar — local café near Meridia Pompton Lakes apartments on Wanaque Ave — 98 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.9 stars, sushi and Asian fusion on Wanaque Ave steps from Meridia Pompton Lakes
Mack's American Bar & Grill — Pompton Lakes NJ local dining on Wanaque Ave near Meridia apartments — Pompton Lakes NJ local dining, Wanaque Ave restaurant scene near Meridia Pompton Lakes apartments
Lakeside Park dock on Pompton Lake — kayak launch, fishing pier, and paddle boats, 580 Lakeside Ave Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.9 stars — kayak launch, fishing pier, and paddle boats, 580 Lakeside Ave Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.9 stars
Ramapo Valley County Reservation waterfall and trails — dog-friendly hiking near Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.8 stars with 1,982 reviews — dog-friendly hiking near Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.8 stars with 1,982 reviews

Everything You Want,
Right Where You Live

A ground-floor fitness center, on-site café, street-level retail, 2 private courtyards, and covered parking — everything you need, right where you live.

🏋️
Fitness
Spacious Ground-Floor Fitness Center
Spacious ground-floor gym with cardio & strength equipment — exclusive to residents, no membership needed
Café & Retail
On-Site Café & Ground-Floor Retail
On-site café and street-level retail shops at ground floor — your everyday essentials steps from home
🐾
Pet-Friendly
Pet-Friendly Community
Welcoming to dogs and cats — with Lakeside Park and Ramapo trails minutes away
🌿
Outdoor Living
2 Private Resident Courtyards
Two landscaped outdoor courtyards exclusively for residents — your private retreat in the heart of downtown Pompton Lakes
🚗
Parking
Covered Parking Available
Dedicated covered parking for residents — protected from weather, year-round
👕
In Every Home
In-Unit Washer & Dryer
Full-size washer/dryer in every single apartment — not a shared laundry room

1 & 2-Bedroom
Residences

Every residence includes an in-unit washer/dryer and water heater. Square footages are approximate, based on construction drawings.

Unit Type Size Approx. Sq Ft Key Features Pricing
1-Bedroom 1 Bed / 1 Bath ~600 sq ft In-unit W/D · Multiple layouts available TBD
2-Bedroom 2 Bed / 2 Bath ~750 sq ft In-unit W/D · Open-plan living TBD

Square footages are approximate based on construction drawings — exact figures and pricing TBD. Register for first access.

Most Available
1 Bedroom
~600 sq ft
1Bed
1Bath
W/DIn-Unit
  • — Multiple layouts available across both buildings
  • — In-unit washer/dryer included
  • — Most available floor plan type
Pricing TBD · Register for updates
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Spacious
2 Bedroom
~750 sq ft
2Beds
2Baths
W/DIn-Unit
  • — Open-plan living with generous proportions
  • — Multiple layouts across both buildings
  • — In-unit washer/dryer included
Pricing TBD · Register for updates
Register for 2BR Pricing
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Lakeside Park on Pompton Lake — kayak launch, fishing pier, gazebo · 580 Lakeside Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ, rated 4.9 stars by residents near Meridia apartments at 261 Wanaque Ave
★★★★★ 4.9 — Lakeside Park · Pompton Lake Waterfront

Living in Pompton Lakes:
What Residents Love

Pompton Lakes is rated one of the best places to live in New Jersey — a tight-knit borough with walkable dining, waterfront parks, top schools, and easy access to New York City. Here's what makes it special:

  • Wanaque Ave — your High Street — steps from your door: restaurants, cafés, boutiques, Lidl grocery, salons, and local businesses
  • Lakeside Park — 4.9★ · kayak launch, fishing pier & gazebo on Pompton Lake · 1 mile away
  • ~20 min to Morristown — Morris County's premier downtown: fine dining, boutique shopping, arts & culture, and NJ Transit rail to NYC
  • ~15 min to Wayne — Willowbrook Mall (120+ stores), Route 46 retail corridor, major employers
  • ~30 min to Midtown Manhattan — via I-287 or NJ Transit bus 194/197 directly on Wanaque Ave
  • Ramapo Valley Reservation — 4.8★ · hiking, waterfall, dog-friendly trails · 15 min away
  • A+ rated Pompton Lakes School District (Niche)
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How We Compare to
Other Pompton Lakes Rentals

Feature
Meridia Pompton Lakes
Other 07442 Rentals
Brand-New Construction (2026)
✓ Yes
✗ Older stock
In-Unit Washer & Dryer
✓ Every unit
✗ Laundry room only
Ground-Floor Retail & Café
✓ Ground-floor retail + café
✗ No
2 Private Courtyards
✓ 2 resident courtyards
✗ No outdoor space
On-Site Café
✓ On-site café
✗ No
Covered Parking
✓ Covered parking
✗ Street only
Fitness Center
✓ On-site gym
✗ None
2-Bedroom Floor Plans
✓ 2BR · ~750 sq ft · in-unit W/D
✗ Limited options nearby
Two Connected Buildings
✓ Our Buildings
✗ Single buildings
Professional Portfolio Management
✓ Meridia Living · 44 properties
✗ Independent landlords

A Legacy of Building
Exceptional Communities

Meridia Pompton Lakes is the newest chapter in Capodagli's mission of Building on Belonging — the same team that transformed downtown Bound Brook, South Orange, and Jersey City brings that standard to Pompton Lakes.

44
Active Properties
NJ · NY · Indiana
4.08
Portfolio Avg Rating
~2,382 Google reviews
4.9★
Top Property Rating
Meridia Bound Brook
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Our leasing team will reach out as soon as pricing is confirmed for 261 Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes NJ — opening 2026.

Questions About Meridia Pompton Lakes?

Our leasing team is ready to answer questions about floor plans, building details, pricing, or the Pompton Lakes neighborhood.

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Meridia Pompton Lakes
In the News

Local media and industry press have covered the Meridia Pompton Lakes development as a landmark project for downtown Pompton Lakes' revitalization.

NorthJersey.com
July 2018
"Pompton Lakes downtown housing project tailored to attract millennials"

Capodagli Property Company's Meridia project described as the catalyst for downtown Pompton Lakes redevelopment — featuring a full-service restaurant and mixed-use street level.

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Business View Magazine
Jan 2024
"The Borough of Pompton Lakes, NJ — History, Heart & Opportunity"

Mayor Serra and town leaders spotlight Meridia Capodagli as Pompton Lakes' biggest new development — a six-story mixed-use building with upscale restaurant and bar driving downtown revival.

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Real Estate NJ
Oct 2025
"Greystone arranges $286 million bridge loan for 1,000-unit Capodagli portfolio"

Meridia Pompton Lakes named among Capodagli's marquee portfolio properties in a landmark $286M institutional financing — highlighting strong lender demand for the development.

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