For solopreneurs and young startup teams, finding the right coworking space isn’t just a convenience; it’s a critical decision that will shape a company’s early growth. But it takes more than fast Wi-Fi and a shared desk to be one of New Jersey’s Best Coworking Spaces. In fact, there are a number of details that separate a good coworking space from a great one.
Key conveniences like seamless access to transportation and parking, and professional amenities like private offices and meeting rooms are crucial. But even the smallest details — from gourmet coffee to well-appointed lounges and responsive administrative support — send a signal to potential clients that a startup is serious about their business. For entrepreneurs ready to take the next step in growing their business, these are New Jersey’s Best Coworking Spaces.
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North Jersey
3rd Space Cowork
Where: Newark
Details: 3rd Space is popular for their transparent rent agreements and their top-notch amenities. Renting with 3rd Space comes with no hidden fees for moving in/out, administration, IT, or amenities. Office users can expect ultra-fast internet, private office spaces, conference rooms, onsite parking, and free coffee. Other services include virtual mail, hourly/monthly private offices, extra-large team offices, and even an exclusive private wing/suite. 3rd Space also offers weekend and evening entry for anyone working atypical office hours.
Andco North
Where: Jersey City
Details: Andco — otherwise stylized as &co — has two office spaces in Jersey City. One is in the Hamilton Park neighborhood, while the other is on Montgomery St. Coworkers can take advantage of their stand-up bar serving Modcup coffee, Serendipitea, and fruit-infused filtered water. &co promotes work/life balance, and encourages coworkers to reset and refresh outdoors. Their Grove location has a terrace, while their North location has a rooftop. They also offer weekly breakfast socials and happy hours to encourage socialization.
En Masse Coworking
Where: Morristown
Details: En Masse offers comfortable work spaces both inside and out. Their spacious, year-round patio has a mix of covered umbrella seating, space heaters, and open lounge seating. (As well as fun games like oversized Jenga, for whenever coworkers need to unplug and recharge.) Meanwhile, their indoor work spaces feature private offices with high-speed WiFi and 24/7 access. Office amenities include business and mailing addresses, unlimited gourmet coffee/tea/fruit-infused water, 2 cafe areas, and free printing.
Essex Suites
Where: Verona
Details: Essex Suites is great for anyone working from home who needs a part-time workspace. They offer an office address, discounted meeting rooms and day offices for client meetings, and on-demand conference rooms. Of course, they also have long-term solutions for individuals or teams who want to book private offices or suites. Since they offer hourly and daily rates in addition to monthly and long-term leases, every office at Essex Suites is always move-in ready and furnished with sit-stand desks and Steelcase chairs.
Industrious
Where: Jersey City | Short Hills
Details: Industrious is a major brand with office locations throughout the country. While we typically exclude national brands from inclusion in our local business lists, we made an exception for Industrious. That’s because they offer a number of luxury amenities most other coworking spaces can’t compete with. For instance, their Jersey City location at Newport Tower offers a fitness center, dining, and retail options. They also serve complimentary coffee, breakfast, and snacks, so coworkers never have to leave the office to stay fueled up.
Mission 50
Where: Hoboken
Details: For flexible options in the Hoboken area, coworkers turn to Mission 50. This coworking space caters to everyone, from solopreneur to small business to mature enterprise. They offer easy options to scale up or down as a business grows or downsizes, always providing a static address. Amenities include a spacious outdoor patio and a game lounge complete with arcade machines, shuffleboard, beers on tap, and more. Mission 50 hosts weekly networking events so coworkers can socialize and promote their services to one another.
The Station
Where: Chatham
Details: Situated next to the train station for easy car-less commuting, The Station is great for small businesses. The space includes dedicated meeting rooms, private offices, conference areas, and more. They frequently host workshops, community events, and webinars to keep coworkers engaged and on top of the latest business trends. As such, they emphasize the importance of coworkers being willing to lend a hand or feeling comfortable reaching out for assistance from others across different industries working in the same shared space.
US Executive Center
Where: Englewood Cliffs
Details: The US Executive Center provides private offices, coworking spaces, and virtual offices. The latter is valuable to individuals working from home who want to take advantage of the center’s prestigious address. Virtual office leasing also comes with access to the lounge, and private offices and meeting rooms as needed. Office amenities include free scanning, printing, and faxing, a kitchen with coffee/tea/water, plus flexible hourly/daily/monthly rentals. The location is very commuter friendly, with easy access to on-site parking and buses.
Central Jersey
Tigerlabs
Where: Princeton
Details: No matter the team size, Tigerlabs has the space to accommodate coworkers right in the heart of Princeton. They have 65 coworking desks, 16 private offices, 4 soundproof booths, 3 conference rooms, 2 kitchenettes, and 2 lounges. (Not to mention a rooftop deck with outdoor seating.) Additional amenities include 24/7 access, high-speed internet, printing and scanning services, community networking events, and complimentary coffee and snacks. Coworkers can lease space monthly, or pay one day at a time.
Office Evolution
Where: East Brunswick | Somerville | Summit
Details: Office Evolution has 85 locations across the country (and growing), with a number of them based in New Jersey. Their East Brunswick office in particular is popular for its 36 fully-furnished offices and large conference rooms. In fact, their 5 state-of-the-art conference rooms are big enough to hold 100 people at once. They offer dedicated offices for individuals, larger workspaces for small teams, and a comprehensive list of amenities. Coworkers are encouraged to socialize in the common areas to promote networking.
Flex22
Where: Bridgewater
Details: At Flex22, flexibility is in the name. They provide a number of solutions for both small businesses and startups alike. Office options include residential offices, coworking hot desks, virtual offices, conference room rentals, day offices, and business identity plans. (The latter includes proof of business residency and mail handling/forwarding.) Additional benefits of renting space at Flex22 include networking and business development opportunities, and local hotel discounts for tenants. Their mini-cafe is also a great spot to grab some snacks.
Office NJ
Where: Piscataway
Details: Office NJ caters to individual entrepreneurs and small business owners. In addition to office space, they offer administrative services like typing, schedule management, and back office services. Teams that rent their Executive Offices even receive exclusive benefits. These include phone calls answered in the company’s name, a greeter at the entrance to welcome guests, and more. Office NJ can also connect renters with legal, accounting, tech help desk, business consulting, and brand/web/social media services.
The Co-Co
Where: Summit
Details: A coworking space that focuses on community, The Co-Co is all about building connections to accelerate small business goals. For instance, they publish a weekly newsletter celebrating the achievements of Co-Co members and their founders. Similarly, they offer weekly events — from book clubs to educational seminars — to help members grow, network, and hone their skills. Examples include a day where members can come in and get professional headshots taken, as well as financial literacy workshops.
Jersey Shore
Cowerks
Where: Asbury Park | Red Bank
Details: Cowerks serves Monmouth County business professionals and entrepreneurs. Their space provides full-time desks, meeting rooms, and private offices. The Red Bank location is within the heart of historic Red Bank. Meanwhile, the Asbury Park location is inside the famous Junction Hall. In fact, the locations of both offices is an amenity by itself, with easy access to shopping, transportation, and restaurants. The office space at Cowerks is popular and frequently booked, so keep an eye on their website for upcoming availability.
coLab at Bell Works
Where: Holmdel
Details: From drop-in workspace to full-time private office, coLab at Bell Works can meet any office need. The office has everything a solopreneur or small team needs to focus on reaching their professional goals. Of course, one major benefit of coworking here is access to the larger Bell Works complex and amenities. This includes a basketball court, an on-campus theater, pop-up markets, and the popular Bar Bella. The chic bar is a great space for networking, socializing, or just unwinding after a long day at the office.
DriftSpaces
Where: Ocean City
Details: DriftSpaces exists in the space between big city coworking spaces and small-town living, fusing the best of both. Coworkers can choose between one-day access to the Drift Lounge or long-term desk rentals in the Resident Room. (Note: DriftSpaces does not accommodate walk-in day passes. All passes must be booked in advance.) Besides their open layout for desk rentals, they offer private Quiet Pods and outdoor workspaces. Pricing varies per month, with peak pricing during the summer months due to high demand.
South Jersey
Incutate
Where: Sewell
Details: The flexible, purpose-built workspaces at Incutate are designed to maximize productivity, collaboration, and networking opportunities among coworkers. Their New Jersey Headquarters is the Sewell location, but there is also an office in Philadelphia. Incutate provides open desks ideal for freelancers as well as cubicles to give coworkers 24/7 access to their own space. Meanwhile their private suites give members a spacious office perfect for peaceful productivity, and grant unlimited access to meeting rooms.
HUB: 868
Where: Collingswood
Details: Employees from a vast network of wide-ranging professions all come together at Hub 868. Beyond the typical remote employees, solopreneurs, and freelancers, members include attorneys, journalists, programmers, designers, consultants, and more. Their flexible and thoughtfully-designed work areas boast fast internet, private meeting/office spaces, privacy booths, A/V equipment, and more. Coworkers can book meeting rooms by the hour, purchase daily/weekly passes, or sign up for a long-term membership.
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NJ’s Best Coworking Spaces FAQs
Look for amenities like private offices, conference rooms, printing services, and comfortable common areas. Spaces like 3rd Space Cowork in Newark stand out for transparent pricing, free coffee, and even an exclusive private wing for larger teams.
Yes! En Masse Coworking in Morristown is a great example. Their spacious year-round patio includes lounge seating, heaters, and even outdoor games.
For easy access to public transit, The Station in Chatham is perfectly located next to the train station. Similarly, US Executive Center in Englewood Cliffs offers on-site parking and direct bus access.
Essex Suites in Verona offers flexible hourly/daily office rentals for solo professionals who don’t need a full-time lease. Meanwhile, HUB: 868 in Collingswood attracts a diverse mix of freelancers and creatives with private booths and hourly meeting rooms.
Looking for luxury? Industrious in Jersey City and Short Hills offers complimentary breakfast, snacks, and even an on-site fitness center. Likewise, CoLab at Bell Works in Holmdel provides access to the larger Bell Works complex; which includes a basketball court, theater, on-site dining, and weekly events, perfect for socialization and work-life balance.
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