Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,900 (31 Rentals)

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property at 201 St Pauls Ave

201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 201 St Pauls Ave

201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 270 Marin Blvd

270 Marin Blvd

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 158 Wayne St

158 Wayne St

Jersey CityNJ07302

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 97 St Pauls Ave

97 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 104 Hopkins Ave

104 Hopkins Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 213 8th St

213 8th St

Jersey CityNJ07302

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property at 440 Baldwin Ave

440 Baldwin Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 325 1st St

325 1st St

Jersey CityNJ07302

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 Studio unit found at The Montgomery priced from $2,271. Starling has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,360. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MontgomeryNStudio,1BA$2,271
StarlingS2Studio,1BA$2,360
The Hazel Jersey CityS2Studio,1BA$2,444
AtlasS1Studio,1BA$2,493
One TenS15-aStudio,1BA$2,720
Parkside WestPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,737
Newport RentalsPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,737

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jersey City, NJ

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jersey City area is the $3.11 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at 70 Central in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $4,714. The second greatest value Downtown Jersey City apartment is the 46 MERCER St Model at 46 MERCER St, Unit 6 starting at $5,500 with a $4.35 price per square foot in the Pavonia 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.
70 Central3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$3.11
46 MERCER St, Unit 646 MERCER St3BR,2BA$4.35
Cast Iron Lofts2 Bed/2 Bath-C2BR,2BA$4.34
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.89
311 Pine - The PineB42BR,2BA$2.92
28 Center St, Unit 128 Center St2BR,1BA$2.30
11 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 4R11 Saint Pauls Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
280 Marin Blvd, Unit 17T280 Marin Blvd1BR,1BA$4.33
218 York St, Unit 2218 York St1BR,1BA$4.07
22 Beacon Ave, Unit 622 Beacon AveStudio ,1BA$2.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Jersey City

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Jersey City?

There are currently 928 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jersey City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $12,840. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Jersey City ranging from $1,975 to $16,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Jersey City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Jersey City ranges from $1,975 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,063.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.