
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bergen Lafayette Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (18 Rentals)
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688 Communipaw Ave

99 Rutgers Ave

Resurrection House

191 Wegman Pkwy

30 Kensington Ave
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The Willows at Salem Lafayette

305 Fairmount Ave

574 Bergen Ave

OVM Affordable

80 Lexington Ave

The Brevard Apartments
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150 Belmont

2048 John F Kennedy Blvd

196 Clinton Ave

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

Gold Star Realty

2500 John F Kennedy Blvd
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Bergen Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bergen Lafayette?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bergen Lafayette Studio Apartments | $2,011 | $1,060 | $2,325 |
| Bergen Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $950 | $3,000 |
| Bergen Lafayette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $1,600 | $4,200 |
| Bergen Lafayette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $1,800 | $4,200 |
| Bergen Lafayette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $2,300 | $4,800 |
| Bergen Lafayette 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bergen Lafayette Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Bergen Lafayette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bergen Lafayette area of Jersey City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 2040 Kennedy priced from $1,700. 28 Duncan Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,769. Here are the most affordable Bergen Lafayette apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2040 Kennedy | E | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 28 Duncan Avenue | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,769 |
| 30-32 McAdoo Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bergen Lafayette, NJ
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bergen Lafayette area is the $0.25 price per square foot 350 Arlington Ave Model at 350 Arlington Ave in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bergen Lafayette apartment is the 688 Communipaw Ave Model at 688 Communipaw Ave starting at $1,060 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bergen Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 350 Arlington Ave | 350 Arlington Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.25 |
| 688 Communipaw Ave | 688 Communipaw Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.71 |
| 335 Claremont Ave, Unit Claremont B | 335 Claremont Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 56 Atlantic St, Unit 1 | 56 Atlantic St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 114 Mallory Ave, Unit 3 | 114 Mallory Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 221 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 3 | 221 Martin Luther King Jr Dr | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 164 Clendenny Ave, Unit 2R | 164 Clendenny Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 603 Garfield Ave, Unit 1 | 603 Garfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 130 Wade St, Unit 3 | 130 Wade St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 41 Randolph Ave, Unit Basement | 41 Randolph Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Bergen Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ
Innovation High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bergen Lafayette Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bergen Lafayette?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bergen Lafayette is at 30-32 McAdoo Ave listed at $1,775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bergen Lafayette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bergen Lafayette Apartment is $1,700 at 2040 Kennedy.
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