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Our Portfolio

  • Broadway Ave | Long Branch, NJ

    Status: In Progress
    Units: 79
    Type: Redevelopment

    Expansive redevelopment project in the heart of Long Branch, NJ. Located just a few blocks from the beach, this development will provide an impressive retreat for residents. Fronting an entire block, the development will be equipped with retail space, bike storage, elevators, fitness center, outdoor amenity deck, and on-site parking.

  • Main Street | Belmar, NJ

    Status: In Progress
    Units: 5
    Type: Redevelopment

    A creative, boutique residential redevelopment in downtown Belmar, NJ. Featuring oversized units, individual roof-deck terraces, and convenient proximity to downtown and the beach.

  • 801 Ocean Ave | Avon, NJ

    Status: Complete
    Type: Residential Subdivision

    Strategic subdivision of a single oceanfront property to make way for two large homes. Each home boasts sprawling ocean views for sale to end-users.

  • The Vault at 900 Main | Belmar, NJ

    Status: Complete
    Units: 32
    Type: New Development

    Brand new corner development with retail space in downtown Belmar, NJ offering year-round coastal living in a vibrant shore community. Blending luxury with practicality, this property boasts high-end finishes, in-unit appliances, on-site parking, elevator, and a selection of layouts to meet the client’s desires for their new beach-town home.

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At Downeaster Development, LLC, we offer full-cycle professional services across the real estate development and investment industry. Downeaster is a real estate development firm focused on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in New Jersey coastal communities. Our mission is to revitalize these communities and serve investors, residents, municipal partners, and all stakeholders. Downeaster does things the right way, and do right by our clients so that our success can speak for itself.

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About

James Taylor, Founder and CEO

James is the Founder and CEO of Downeaster Development, a Jersey Shore-based investment and development firm focused on acquiring and developing mixed-use and residential projects throughout New Jersey. He is responsible for all company operations, including acquisition, due diligence, construction, leasing, and asset management. Since its founding in 2022, Downeaster has amassed a portfolio of projects with an aggregate value of over $100 million.

James began his career in real estate development with national developer K. Hovnanian Homes, where he grew to help lead operations, production, and construction for the Northeast Division. James is a 2017 graduate of Hamilton College and a 2013 graduate of Red Bank Catholic.

James is involved with RallyCap Sports, The Redhead Foundation, The Achieve Academy, and RBC’s Alumni Council. James and his wife, Hannah, live in Red Bank with their daughter, Julia. He enjoys being with his family, playing golf, or watching the Mets and Jets in his spare time.