Homes for Rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ (41 Rentals)

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property at 395 2nd St
$3,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,600

Total Monthly Price$3,600
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 15

395 2nd St, Unit 3R

395 2nd St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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property at 425 3rd St
$3,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,400

Total Monthly Price$3,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

425 3rd St, Unit 205

425 3rd St
Jersey CityNJ07302
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property at 201 Marin Blvd
$3,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,500

Total Monthly Price$3,500
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

201 Marin Blvd, Unit APT 4140

201 Marin Blvd
Jersey CityNJ07302
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

property at 331 Mercer Loop
$3,800
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

331 Mercer Loop

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 280 Marin Blvd
$2,790 - $4,150
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

280 Marin Blvd

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 245 8th St
$2,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

245 8th St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 249 8th St
$3,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 25

249 8th St

Jersey CityNJ07302

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

property at 348 Grove St
$5,000
5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 25

348 Grove St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 317 7th St
$2,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

317 7th St

Jersey CityNJ07302

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 496 Pavonia Ave
$1,900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

496 Pavonia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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property at 159 1/2 Coles St
$6,000
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

159 1/2 Coles St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 321-325 Pavonia Ave
$3,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,300

Total Monthly Price$3,300
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now

321-325 Pavonia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 321 1/2 Pavonia Ave
$3,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,300

Total Monthly Price$3,300
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

321 1/2 Pavonia Avenue

321 1/2 Pavonia Ave
Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 280 5th St
$3,750

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,750

Total Monthly Price$3,750
2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

280 5th St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 102 Christopher Columbus Dr
$4,950

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$4,950

Total Monthly Price$4,950
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

102 Christopher Columbus Dr

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 218 Newark Ave
$3,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,200

Total Monthly Price$3,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Affordability

218 Newark Ave

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 357 Varick St
$4,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$4,500

Total Monthly Price$4,500
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

357 Varick St, Unit 327

357 Varick St
Jersey CityNJ07302

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

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

property at 361 Pacific Ave
$3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,000

Total Monthly Price$3,000
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

361 Pacific Ave

Jersey CityNJ07304

Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #21

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Downtown Jersey City

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

There are currently 723 Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,675 to $11,000. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranging from $1,900 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranges from $1,900 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,680.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Historic Downtown Jersey City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City range from $3,000 to $11,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,250.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.