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Magnolia Apartments
125-129 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $800 (57 Rentals)
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449 Pavonia Ave
449 Pavonia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Haven
337-339 Johnston AveJersey City, NJ 07304
281 Monmouth St
Jersey CityNJ07302
444 Pacific Ave
Jersey CityNJ07304
298 Newark Ave
Jersey CityNJ07302
138 Wayne St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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359 Grove St, Unit 2nd Fl
359 Grove StJersey City, NJ 07302
62 Newkirk St
Jersey CityNJ07306
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$2,420
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 19Total Monthly Price
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335 3rd St, Unit 2
335 3rd StJersey City, NJ 07302
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Bay Grove Arms
225 Bay StJersey City, NJ 07302
218 8th St
Jersey CityNJ07302
541 Newark Ave
Jersey CityNJ07306
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425 Summit Ave, Unit SI FL15-ID1580
425 Summit AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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39 High Street
39 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
270 Marin Blvd
Jersey CityNJ07302
364 1st St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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311 Pine - The Pine
311 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
466 Pacific Ave
Jersey CityNJ07304
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170 Academy St
170 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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31-33 High St
31-33 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
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68 Magnolia Ave
68 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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52 Newkirk St
52 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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1 Magnolia Ave
1 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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378 3rd St
378 3rd StJersey City, NJ 07302
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77 Magnolia Ave
77 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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65 Newkirk St
65 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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708-714 Jersey Ave
708-714 Jersey AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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57 Sip Ave
57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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238 5th St
238 5th StJersey City, NJ 07302
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500 Manila
500 Manila AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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323 Pine
323-325 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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12 Vroom St
12 Vroom StJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Helix
211 BALDWIN AveJersey City, NJ 07306
431 Monmouth St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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Solaris Lofts
65 Maple StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Metropolis Towers Apartments
270-280 Luis Munoz Marin BlvdJersey City, NJ 07302
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145 - Chestnut Apartments
145 Chestnut AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Bridget
380 Montgomery StJersey City, NJ 07302
334 Communipaw Ave
Jersey CityNJ07304
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413 Summit
413 Summit AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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424 Whiton St Apartments
424 Whiton StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Conifer Flats
331 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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134 Baldwin Ave
134 Baldwin AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Ashton
2 Ash StJersey City, NJ 07304
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295J
295 Johnston AveJersey City, NJ 07304
519.5 Manila Ave
Jersey CityNJ07302
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Jasmin Terrace II
412-416 Whiton StJersey City, NJ 07304
283 Monmouth St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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Starling
66 Monitor StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide
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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 | $3,201 | $1,838 | $4,500 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,912 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,672 | $1,850 | $7,318 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,250 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,166 | $4,900 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Historic Downtown Jersey City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area of Jersey City, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at 449 Pavonia Ave priced from $1,850. The Haven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 449 Pavonia Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Haven | Unit X05 | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| 145 - Chestnut Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,392 |
| Bay Grove Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Starling | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,576 |
| Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE- Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,703 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S3B | Studio,1BA | $2,713 |
| 311 Pine - The Pine | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $2,782 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area is the $4.34 price per square foot 3-bedroom Model at The Hendrix in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $6,695. The second greatest value Historic 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 Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hendrix | 3-bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| 311 Pine - The Pine | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 39 High Street | B02 | 2BR,2BA | $4.19 |
| Bay Grove Arms | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.40 |
| 225 Grand | 1 br - 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Bela | Bela A6 | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Atlas | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.64 |
| 449 Pavonia Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 359 Grove St, Unit 2nd Fl | 359 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| The Haven | Unit X04 | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
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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 $2,782.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City is The Haven which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City costs $6,318.
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 5 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 $543 which is $5,775 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Downtown Jersey City.
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