Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,735 (16 Rentals)

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property at 155 Chestnut Ave

155 Chestnut Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 60 Newkirk St

60 Newkirk St

Jersey CityNJ07306
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378 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

378 3rd St

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

77 Magnolia Ave

77 Magnolia 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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52 Newkirk St
1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Newkirk St

52 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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57 Sip Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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708-714 Jersey Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

708-714 Jersey Ave

708-714 Jersey AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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500 Manila
1 Bedroom Apartments

500 Manila

500 Manila AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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65 Newkirk St
1 Bedroom Apartments

65 Newkirk St

65 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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238 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

238 5th St

238 5th StJersey City, NJ 07302
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323 Pine
1 Bedroom Apartments

323 Pine

323-325 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Solaris Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Solaris Lofts

65 Maple StJersey City, NJ 07304

Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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Getting Around the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

78 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Downtown Jersey City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Downtown Jersey City is under $2,686.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?

The cheapest apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City is Magnolia Apartments which is listed at $2,003, while the average apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City costs $5,395.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Downtown Jersey City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?

Cheap apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City have an average cost of $199 which is $5,196 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Downtown Jersey City.

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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.