FORT LEE, NJ — As Hudson Lights has risen in the heart of Fort Lee’s revitalized downtown, so too has anticipation for the transformative development’s collection of luxurious residences. Now, the wait is over. Tucker Development, which is developing the one-million-s/f residential, retail and entertainment complex in partnership with Kushner Real Estate Group and funds managed by Ares Management, has commenced leasing Hudson Lights’ first residential phase of 276 luxury apartments. Residents of the architecturally distinct residential property, which is situated at the base of the George Washington Bridge, will enjoy an impressive package of amenities that includes a pool, lounge, fitness center, yoga room, kids play area, and rooftop terrace and gardens. Additionally, Hudson Lights is anchored by an eight-screen, 533-seat iPic luxury movie theater that will enable guests to enjoy movies in ultimate comfort and style. At the push of a button, moviegoers can summon personal servers to deliver signature dishes or handcrafted cocktails from iPic’s in-theater restaurant, City Perch Kitchen & Bar. In addition to its in-theater restaurant, iPic is complemented by a diverse selection of dining options, including Paris Baguette, Gaonnuri Restaurant, Anthony Franco’s Pizza and 16 Handles, as well as CVS, Capital One Bank, indoor cycling venue CycleBar, clothier SeeSaw, Linwood Wines, European Wax Center, Tutti Nails & Spa, and Coldwell Banker. More retailers will be announced. “Hudson Lights presents an extremely unique living experience that is difficult to find in the New Jersey market,” said Jacqueline Urgo, president of The Marketing Directors, which serves as marketing and leasing agent for the residences at Hudson Lights. “These residences are thoughtfully designed for today’s discerning renter. When combined with the dynamic mix of restaurants, retailers and entertainment venues that we have put at our residents’ doorsteps, Hudson Lights is one-of-a-kind.”Hudson Lights is part of an innovative redevelopment initiative that’s invigorating Fort Lee’s well-located downtown corridor. It’s the western portion of a comprehensive plan on a prime 16-acre site in Fort Lee. Hudson Lights fronts on Lemoine Avenue, Main Street, Park Avenue and Bruce Reynolds Boulevard. Further, two new roadways have been constructed as part of the redevelopment. The new Central Avenue links Lemoine Ave. and Park Ave., and Hudson St. is the focal point of the pedestrian-oriented retail, linking Main St. and Central Ave.“Hudson Lights represents so much more than its brick and mortar component,” said Richard Tucker, president and CEO of Tucker Development. “It serves as a centerpiece for a new era of vitality in Fort Lee. The start of residential leasing is the latest step in the transformation of the borough’s downtown into an eclectic, urban-inspired, walkable community.”