
Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ (769 Rentals)


505 Summit

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One Grove

Atlas

351 Marin

235 Grand

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Vantage Collection

Grove Pointe

18 Park

225 Grand
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Magnolia Apartments

425 Summit Ave

The Haven

Bay Grove Arms

340 Third

39 High Street

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Embankment House

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Bela

311 Pine - The Pine

449 Pavonia Ave
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45-47 Newkirk St

201 Marin Blvd, Unit APT 4140

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380 2nd St, Unit Apt 3A

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110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 1L

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77 Colgate St

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219 Pavonia Ave, Unit 3

231 3rd St, Unit 231

280 Marin Blvd, Unit 15Q

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33 Park View Ave, Unit SI FL33-ID1539458P

425 Summit Ave, Unit SI FL14-ID1579
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425 Summit Ave, Unit SI FL19-ID2249

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33 Park View Ave, Unit SI FL39-ID1471251P

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425 3rd St, Unit SI FL3-ID2087

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255 Brunswick St, Unit SI FL2-ID1690

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425 Summit Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID1578

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425 Summit Ave, Unit SI FL17-ID1576

355 3rd St

167 Christopher Columbus Dr

314 6th St

49 Monitor St
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476 Monmouth St

295 9th St

564 Jersey Ave

20 Rock St

522 Manila Ave

102 Christopher Columbus Dr

217 Newark Ave

237 3rd St

461 Newark Ave

338 Grove St
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Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown Jersey City Studio Apartments | $3,139 | $1,897 | $4,350 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,718 | $1,600 | $5,592 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,480 | $1,850 | $6,953 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,798 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,511 | $1,500 | $5,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,250 | $3,650 | $8,950 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #19
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
James J. Ferris High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Downtown Jersey City
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area of Jersey City, NJ?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 769 available Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments priced from $1,600 to $12,512, with an average monthly rent of $4,081.
How much are Studio apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
There are currently 331 Studio Apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City with rent ranges from $1,897 to $4,350 with an average price of $3,139.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Historic Downtown Jersey City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranges from $1,600 to $5,592 with an average monthly rent of $3,718.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City range from $1,850 to $6,953. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,480.
How expensive are Historic Downtown Jersey City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 68 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Historic Downtown Jersey City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,600 to $12,512 - averaging $5,798 for the location.
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