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

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property at 467 Pavonia Ave

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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467 Pavonia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 40 Beacon Ave

$1,900 - $2,200

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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40 Beacon Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 201 St Pauls Ave

$2,100 - $2,350

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 319 8th St

$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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319 8th St

Jersey CityNJ07302
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100 Beacon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 Beacon Ave

100 Beacon AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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68 Magnolia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

68 Magnolia Ave

68 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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77 Magnolia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Magnolia Ave

77 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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378 3rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

378 3rd St

378 3rd StJersey City, NJ 07302
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1 Magnolia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Magnolia Ave

1 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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708-714 Jersey Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

708-714 Jersey Ave

708-714 Jersey AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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238 5th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

238 5th St

238 5th StJersey City, NJ 07302
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500 Manila
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

500 Manila

500 Manila AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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323 Pine
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

323 Pine

323-325 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Laidlaw Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laidlaw Lofts

136 Oakland AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Solaris Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Solaris Lofts

65 Maple StJersey City, NJ 07304
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The Bridget
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridget

380 Montgomery StJersey City, NJ 07302

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Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square2 BR2BR,1BA$1,995
22 Fleet StStudioStudio,1BA$2,050
The BLVD CollectionB475S S1Studio,1BA$2,074
295JStudio BStudio,1BA$2,195
AtlasS1Studio,1BA$2,221
StarlingS1Studio,1BA$2,231
CMPND 632 NewarkStudio + Alcove 1Studio,1BA$2,464
Journal Square UrbyS1Studio,1BA$2,695
Embankment HouseE-S1Studio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bay Grove ArmsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.71
311 Pine - The PineB42BR,2BA$2.92
322 Baldwin Ave, Unit 8322 Baldwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.85
297 4th St, Unit 2297 4th St2BR,1BA$3.47
AtlanticATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.54
88 Oakland Ave, Unit 288 Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$2.09
PacificPACIFIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.75
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.43
BelaBela A61BR,1BA$3.85
Renovated Kitchen - Make Yourself at Home Here Close to Journal Square2 BR2BR,1BA$3.07

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #4

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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.

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.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!