Cheap Homes for Rent in the Hackensack River Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,500 (7 Rentals)

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property at 271 Claremont Ave
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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271 Claremont Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
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property at 147 Terhune Ave
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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147 Terhune Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305

Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Hackensack River Waterfront, NJ

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Hackensack River Waterfront area is the $2.03 price per square foot 31 Locust St Model at 31 Locust St in the Greenville neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Hackensack River Waterfront rental home is the 19 Cottonwood St Model at 19 Cottonwood St in the Greenville neighborhood starting at $2,800 with a $2.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hackensack River Waterfront homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
31 Locust St31 Locust St2BR, 3BA$2.03
19 Cottonwood St19 Cottonwood St2BR, 2BA$2.00
45 Dogwood St, Unit 13P45 Dogwood St2BR, 2BA$2.07
10 Redwood St10 Redwood St2BR, 3BA$2.15
7 Holly St, Unit 9G7 Holly St2BR, 3BA$2.33
27 Cottonwood St27 Cottonwood St2BR, 2BA$2.33
82 McAdoo Ave82 McAdoo Ave2BR, 2BA$2.08
207 Armstrong Ave207 Armstrong Ave3BR, 1BA$2.50
374 Cator Ave, Unit 1374 Cator Ave2BR, 1BA$2.50
271 Claremont Ave271 Claremont Ave1BR, 1BA$1.69

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Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hackensack River Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Hackensack River Waterfront?

There are currently 249 Apartments for Rent in Hackensack River Waterfront, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,325 to $4,900. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hackensack River Waterfront ranging from $1,500 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hackensack River Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hackensack River Waterfront ranges from $1,500 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,836.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hackensack River Waterfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hackensack River Waterfront range from $1,970 to $4,338, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

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