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 months

    Utilities Included

    • Trash Removal
    • Sewer
    • Water

    Fees and Policies

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface LotiCurrently running a FREE PARKNG Promotion for a limited time for tenants with a car. Lease must be signed and tenant must move in before end of 2024.Lot may not accommodate Extra large vehicles.
  • 5 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $50/Mo
  • Storage

      Features and Amenities

      On-Site Services

      • Laundry Facilities

      Recreation and Fitness

      • Walking/Biking Trails

      Interior Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen Amenities

      • Kitchen
      • Eat In Kitchen
      • Dishwasher

      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 28.8% cheaper than the average apartment in the McGinley Square area, and 48.4% 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$2,808-$809-28.8%

        Rent Comparison to the city of Jersey City

        FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
        1 Bedroom$1,999$3,875-$1,876-48.4%

        Methodology: On 08/10/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 309 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 229 Summit Ave (McGinley Square), and 2438 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 08/10/2025

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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
      School data provided by GreatSchools.
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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-Journal Square-33rd Street

      1 Path Plaza
      2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away

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      BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
      Jersey City Studio Apartments $3,514$1,500$10,000+
      Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,875$1,300$10,000+
      Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,862$1,630$10,000+
      Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments $5,680$1,900$10,000+
      Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments $7,887$2,195$10,000+
      Jersey City 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,548$2,400$8,395
      Jersey City 6 Bedroom Apartments $9,670$6,000$10,000+

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