229 Summit Ave Apartments

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Jersey City, NJ 07304
(862) 210-2675
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229 Summit Ave

229 Summit Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07304
(862) 210-2675
229 Summit Ave in Jersey City, NJ - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,999Pricing
  • 675Square Feet

Rent Specials

Half Month Free RENT , plus Pets fee specials~~No Broker Fee! Reach out ASAP to inquire about free parking promotions, half month free rent promotion (time sensitive - hurry) and reduced or waived pet fees and pet applications.

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About 229 Summit Ave

NO FEE: Charming, Sunny, Clean and Quiet 1.5 Bedroom with spacious open layout in this nice renovated 6 unit 3 story building, approximately 6 blocks distance to Journal Square Path Train. Renovated in 2018 Available As early as May 1st Pets OK Parking spot option (inquire about our FREE PARKING PROMOTION!) Management can be flexible with credit issues provided there is proof of income or a Guarantor is provided. For qualified candidates, Security Deposit may be spread out over several months. Located in the Historic "McGinley Square" section of Jersey City (a subsection of the Journal Square Neighborhood), this 1st floor apartment boasts ceramic tiled bathroom, plus cute and cozy eat in kitchen with corner window. However, the dramatic HIGH CEILINGS (that only the 2 first floor units have in this building) will take your breath away. Beautiful oak hard wood floors and large bedroom closet makes this apartment a dream come true for a great price in this incredibly hot Jersey City rental environment. This 1st floor apartment has lots of windows and light. Great cross ventilation with, North, East and West exposures. Laundry room in basement, plus bonus free storage locker. Apartment is approximately 650 SqFt, long and somewhat narrow, works great if you do not have lots of BIG furniture. BONUS ROOM between living room and kitchen great for work area. Building professionally managed, cleaned and maintained. Quiet block. We look forward to showing you this wonderful apartment that is priced right. TRANSPORTATION: "Ideal Location" The building is approximately 6-7 blocks to the Journal Square PATH train to NYC and other destinations. The closest bus is .5 blocks away on Summit Ave, which will shuttle you to the PATH train and the Journal Square Bus Hub which has a very large selection of routes that go all over NJ and NY as well as more locally. There are possibly dozens of other buses and bus routes within .5 blocks to 3 blocks away on major street such as Summit Ave, Montgomery St, Bergen Ave, Kennedy Blvd. Parking Lot Attached. Parking is an extra expense but we will work out a great deal for you, however, there is a limited number of spots and none available today, but you'd be 1st on the waiting list for the next available spot. Reach out for more details. Yearly lease is ideal, however, shorter term duration will be considered in exchange for added consideration. Thanks and Good Luck!

229 Summit Ave is located in the McGinley Square Neighborhood and 07304 Zip code of Jersey City, NJ.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

229 Summit Ave offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,999 and having 675 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 Bed 1 Bath

      $1,999

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 675 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
      $1,999Available Now1675

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Kitchen

      Unit 1 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,999

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,999
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 6 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1884

    Lease Terms

    • 6 - 12 mo

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

    Other Fees

    Parking Fees

    Surface Lot

    Parking Fee$50/mo

    Storage Fees

    Storage Locker

    Storage Rent$0/mo
    Storage Deposit$0

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Laundry Facilities

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Walking/Biking Trails

    Interior Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Dishwasher
    • Eat In Kitchen
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • High Ceilings
    • Basement
    • Hardwood Floors
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    229 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    95 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    63 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    70 / 100

    Excellent Transit

    Transit is convenient for most trips

    Frequently Asked Questions about 229 Summit Ave

    Where is 229 Summit Ave located?

    229 Summit Ave is located at 229 Summit Ave near the McGinley Square area of Jersey City, NJ

    What is the current rent range at 229 Summit Ave?

    1 Bedrooms at 229 Summit Ave currently start from $1,999. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at 229 Summit Ave is: Half Month Free RENT , plus Pets fee specials~~No Broker Fee! Reach out ASAP to inquire about free parking promotions, half month free rent promotion (time sensitive - hurry) and reduced or waived pet fees and pet applications..

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    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The 229 Summit Ave Apartments are 31.5% cheaper than the average apartment in the McGinley Square area, and 49.3% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the McGinley Square Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,999$2,920-$921-31.5%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Jersey City

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,999$3,942-$1,943-49.3%

      Methodology: On 10/12/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 379 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 229 Summit Ave (McGinley Square), and 3128 other apartment communities in Jersey City using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 10/12/2025

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    Nearby Schools

    Joseph H. Brensinger No. 17 Elementary School

    Jersey City Public
    600 Bergen Avenue
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (1092 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    5/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 229 Summit Ave.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    The American Numismatics Society

    75 Varick Street, 11th floor
    7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

    Brooklyn Heights Promenade

    Columbia Heights
    8 minute drive / 4.14 miles away

    Atlantic Avenue Tunnel

    Atlantic Avenue & Court Street
    9 minute drive / 4.57 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    2395 John F Kennedy Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

    Lowe's

    727 State Route 440
    3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

    Jcpenney

    10 Mall Dr W
    5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Saint Peter's College

    2641 Kennedy Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Hudson County Community College

    70 Sip Avenue
    2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

    New Jersey City University

    2039 Kennedy Blvd
    3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away

    Groceries

    99 Ranch Market

    420 Grand St
    2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

    Shoprite

    900 Madison St
    5 minute drive / 2.66 miles away

    Lidl

    20 Goldsborough Dr
    8 minute drive / 3.89 miles away

    Hospitals

    Jersey City Medical Center

    355 Grand Street
    3 minute drive / 1.07 miles away

    Carepoint Health At Christ Hospital

    176 Palisade Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

    Hoboken University Medical Center

    308 Willow Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

    Military Bases

    Governors Island Support Center

    7 minute drive / 3.43 miles away

    Military Ocean Terminal

    7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away

    Brooklyn Support Activity

    11 minute drive / 5.53 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Madison Square Park

    10 Madison Ave
    9 minute drive / 4.56 miles away

    Bryant Park

    217 E 42nd St
    11 minute drive / 5.46 miles away

    Prospect Park

    95 Prospect Park West
    13 minute drive / 6.19 miles away

    229 Summit Ave has 5 parks within 13.1 miles, including Madison Square Park, Bryant Park, Prospect Park, Central Park Zoo, and The Pelham Bay Park.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Rice to Riches

    37 Spring Street
    8 minute drive / 3.89 miles away

    Lombardi's

    32 Spring St
    8 minute drive / 3.89 miles away

    French Roast

    78 W. 11th Street
    8 minute drive / 3.93 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    MLK DRIVE PLAZA

    360 Martin L King Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

    Old Colony Square Center

    402-436 Grand St
    2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

    Hudson Commons

    733 State Route 440
    3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

    229 Summit Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Garfield Avenue-West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue

    222 Randolph Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

    Martin Luther King Drive-West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue

    412 Martin Luther King Dr
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    Journal Square-Newark Penn Station-World Trade Center

    1 Path Plaza
    2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Jersey City Studio Apartments $3,383$1,060$10,000+
    Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,942$1,100$10,000+
    Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,819$1,649$10,000+
    Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments $5,061$2,000$10,000+
    Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments $7,400$2,195$10,000+
    Jersey City 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,478$2,900$8,995
    Jersey City 6 Bedroom Apartments $9,236$6,000$10,000+

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