
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Jersey City, NJ from $1,550 (50 Rentals)


99 Rutgers Ave

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41 Randolph Ave

327 Danforth Ave

223 Cator Ave

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223 Cator Ave, Unit 3

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223 Cator Ave, Unit 3

41 Harmon St

425 Rose Ave

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218 Fairmount Ave, Unit 2
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75A Clifton Pl

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4 Bayview Ave, Unit Bayview 1st Floor

107 Brown Pl

191 Wegman Pkwy

Resurrection House

OVM Affordable

80 Lexington Ave

The Willows at Salem Lafayette

31-33 High St

85 Kearney Ave
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88-90 Kensington Ave

1 Magnolia Ave

The Garrison Apartments

304 Ege Ave

321-323 Fairmount Ave

317-319 Fairmount Ave

106 Glenwood Ave

45-47 Ravine Ave

650 Palisade Ave

Gold Star Realty
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Glenwood Arms

413 Palisade Ave

36 Bowers St

251 Beacon Ave

134 Winfield Ave

266 Monticello Ave

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79 E 25th St, Unit 1L

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79 E 25th St, Unit 1L

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102 W 49th St, Unit 6

672-674-674 John F. Kennedy Blvd
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324 Ave E

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324 Avenue E, Unit 3R

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326 Avenue E, Unit 3R

541 27th St

91 E 21st St

1500 Bergenline Ave

309-315 11th St

518 10th Street

783 JF Kennedy Blvd

713-715 Avenue C
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Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City Studio Apartments | $3,476 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,057 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,653 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,416 | $2,075 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,585 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
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Best Local Schools in Jersey City, NJ
Dr. Ronald Mc Nair Academic High School
Dr. Michael Conti School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jersey City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jersey City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jersey City is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jersey City?
The cheapest apartment in Jersey City is 518 10th Street which is listed at $1,507, while the average apartment in Jersey City costs $5,830.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jersey City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 95 regular apartments in Jersey City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jersey City?
Cheap apartments in Jersey City have an average cost of $201 which is $5,629 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jersey City.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.