Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $800 (26 Rentals)
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467 Pavonia Ave

40 Beacon Ave

Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square

216 Christopher Columbus Dr

22 Fleet St
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201 St Pauls Ave

295J

7 Magnolia Ave

319 8th St
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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 | $3,153 | $1,900 | $7,148 |
| Downtown Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,838 | $2,000 | $8,749 |
| Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,051 | $1,800 | $8,700 |
| Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,704 | $1,775 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,504 | $6,435 | $6,585 |
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There are currently 26 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 2 Beds unit found at Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square priced from $1,995. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 22 Fleet St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| The BLVD Collection | B475S S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,074 |
| 295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Atlas | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,221 |
| Starling | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,231 |
| CMPND 632 Newark | Studio + Alcove 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,464 |
| Journal Square Urby | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
| Embankment House | E-S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,749 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jersey City, NJ
As of December 25, 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 |
| 322 Baldwin Ave, Unit 8 | 322 Baldwin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 297 4th St, Unit 2 | 297 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Atlantic | ATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 88 Oakland Ave, Unit 2 | 88 Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Pacific | PACIFIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Bela | Bela A6 | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
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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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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 22 Fleet St listed at $2,050.
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 $2,645 at 295J.
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 $1,995 at Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square.
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 Atlas and starts from $4,403.
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