Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $800 (30 Rentals)
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Newport Rental Towers

40 Beacon Ave

288 4th St

161 Palisade Ave

541 NEWARK Ave

168 COLES St

54 Monitor St

22 Fleet St

44 Court House Pl

155 Sussex St

71 Palisade Ave

319 8TH St

20 St Pauls Ave

Metropolis Towers Apartments
Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Jersey City Studio Apartments | $3,111 | $1,822 | $7,341 |
| Downtown Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,831 | $1,775 | $8,173 |
| Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,048 | $1,950 | $9,538 |
| Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,602 | $1,775 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,148 | $6,630 | $9,286 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Jersey City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Jersey City area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Newport Rental Towers priced from $1,822. 22 Fleet St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Rental Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| 22 Fleet St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| 345 Baldwin Ave | S02 | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,358 |
| Starling | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,472 |
| Atlas | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,473 |
| CMPND 632 Newark | Studio + Alcove | Residence 21 | Studio,1BA | $2,514 |
| Parkside West | PARKSIDE WEST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,632 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jersey City, NJ
As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jersey City area is the $3.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Bay Grove Arms in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Downtown Jersey City apartment is the B4 Model at 311 Pine - The Pine starting at $3,163 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Jersey City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Grove Arms | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.71 |
| 311 Pine - The Pine | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Bela | Bela B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| 322 Baldwin Ave, Unit 8 | 322 Baldwin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 143 Sussex St, Unit Apt. #4 | 143 Sussex St | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Atlantic | ATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Southampton | SOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| 88 Oakland Ave, Unit 2 | 88 Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Newport Rental Towers | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #4
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
Dr. Ronald Mc Nair Academic High School
Dr. Michael Conti School
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Getting Around the Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
82 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Jersey City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Jersey City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Jersey City is at Newport Rental Towers listed at $1,822.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jersey City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jersey City Apartment is $2,625 at 345 Baldwin Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Jersey City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Jersey City is starting from $2,782 at 311 Pine - The Pine.
What is the most affordable Downtown Jersey City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Jersey City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Rentals and starts from $4,401.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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