
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jersey City, NJ from $400 with Utilities Included (82 Rentals)
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Cheap Apartments in Jersey City.


Wangdu Apartments

45-47 Newkirk St

218-220 Duncan Ave

30 Kensington Ave

170 Academy St

100 Beacon Ave

The Willows at Salem Lafayette

305 Fairmount Ave

574 Bergen Ave
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Birchwood at Fairmount Hotel (62+ Community)

OVM Affordable

31-33 High St

162 Webster Ave

The Brevard Apartments

Quality Urban Properties

68 Magnolia Ave

2048 John F Kennedy Blvd

25-27 Jones Pl

The Garrison Apartments
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61 Corbin Ave

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

86-88 Manhattan Ave

Gold Star Realty

3656 John F Kennedy Blvd

106 Glenwood Ave

3603 John F Kennedy Blvd

2500 John F Kennedy Blvd

Glenwood Hill

246 Summit Avenue
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354-358 Bergen Ave

1 Magnolia Ave

77 Magnolia Ave

378 3rd St

65 Newkirk St

17-19 Van Reypen St

650 Palisade Ave

102 Corbin Ave

The Sophia Tudor Apartments

317-319 Fairmount Ave
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321-323 Fairmount Ave

The Hampshire House

166 Summit Ave

57 Sip Ave

2801 John F Kennedy Blvd

151 Sip Ave

Lotus Manor

214-220 Duncan Ave

238 5th St

343 Fairmount Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City Studio Apartments | $3,489 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,742 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,744 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,479 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Jersey City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,475 | $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 1306 Garden St which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Jersey City costs $6,009.
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 136 regular apartments in Jersey City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
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.