Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $2,000 (17 Rentals)

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property at 387 Monmouth St

387 Monmouth St

Jersey CityNJ07302

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 340 1st St

340 1st 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.

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property at 397 1st St

397 1st 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.

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Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Magnolia Apartments priced from $1,799. Solaris Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,190. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Magnolia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
Solaris LoftsLoft 1 Bedroom S31BR,1BA$2,190
134 Baldwin AveThird Floor Alcove STUDIOStudio,1BA$2,250
StarlingS2Studio,1BA$2,360
The Hazel Jersey CityS2Studio,1BA$2,444

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area is the $2.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 344 Communipaw Ave in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Historic Downtown Jersey City apartment is the 46 Wayne St Model at 46 Wayne St, Unit 2 starting at $4,600 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
344 Communipaw Ave3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.88
46 Wayne St, Unit 246 Wayne St3BR,2BA$3.54
225 Grand2 br - 2ba2BR,2BA$3.86
284 Wayne St, Unit 1284 Wayne St2BR,2BA$2.75
BelaBela B82BR,2BA$3.25
311 Pine - The PineB42BR,2BA$2.92
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.45
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$2.75
19 RockTop Floor Corner One Bedroom NYC Views1BR,1.5BA$3.43
523 Jersey Ave, Unit 2523 Jersey Ave1BR,1BA$3.83

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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 703 Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,735 to $11,100. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranging from $2,000 to $12,500.

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 $2,000 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,499.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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.