SoHo West new artists haven.

Just west of Manhattan in Jersey City lies a burgeoning and thriving neighborhood that is officially named the Powerhouse Warehouse Arts District, but that has come to be known as SoHo West for its vibrant artistic scene.

On almost every block commercial warehouse are rapidly being converted into lofts in the hopes of attracting people priced out of Manhattan neighborhoods such as SoHo and TriBeca or the trendier areas of Brooklyn.

150 Bay Street is one of many new conversions aiming to attract Manhattanites carving more space. A converted building that evokes the style of the industrial lofts that transformed SoHo into one of Manhattan's most coveted areas, it is set to open on November 1.

Located just two stops from Manhattan on the Path train, the 91-unit luxury rental building combines the wide-open feel afforded by warehouse conversions--units boast 14' ceilings and substantial square footage--with the finishes and amenities that mark luxury high-rises--kitchens feature stainless steel appliances and granite counters, and the building has a full-time doorman and a state-of-the-art fitness. 150 Bay appeals to artists seeking space to live and work, as well as up-and-coming professionals looking for the right combination of amenities and space that is increasingly difficult to find in Manhattan.

"The allure of this building is that it mixes the energy of an industrial space with the comforts and amenities of higher-end residences. Features like oversized elevators and utility sinks meet the needs of artists while the creative environment serves as an inspiring place to live for residents of all professions," explains Jill Kosow, On-Site Coordinator for Citi Habitats Marketing Group, 150 Bay's exclusive leasing agent.

The historic building that is now 150 Bay--the original home to the first distribution center for the A&P food chain--was renovated under historic guidelines. As such. it retains much of its original detail.

The ten-story building, developed by Jeff Gural of Newmark, has a roof deck northern exposures in many apartments, open chef's kitchens, and sealed concrete floors. Primarily a loft building, 150 Bay offers six 1 bedroom apartments, each with set back terraces. Rents start at $2095.