Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $2,000 (30 Rentals)

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property at 328 Pacific Ave

328 Pacific Ave

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property at 383 2nd St

383 2nd St

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property at 270 Marin Blvd

270 Marin Blvd

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property at 270 Marin Blvd

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property at 328 Pacific Ave

328 Pacific Ave

Jersey CityNJ07304

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property at 412 Whiton St

412 Whiton St

Jersey CityNJ07304

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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 The Hazel Jersey City priced from $2,444. Starling has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,473. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hazel Jersey CityS2Studio,1BA$2,444
StarlingS2Studio,1BA$2,473
AtlasS1Studio,1BA$2,692
425 Summit AveS10Studio,1BA$2,750
Embankment HouseE-S1Studio,1BA$2,769

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

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area is the $3.25 price per square foot Bela B8 Model at Bela in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $3,775. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BelaBela B82BR,2BA$3.25
311 Pine - The PineB42BR,2BA$2.92
39 High StreetB012BR,2BA$4.05
38 Trenton St, Unit 238 Trenton St2BR,1BA$2.76
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.58
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$2.75
Jasmin Terrace II2 BEDROOM/BALCONY2BR,1BA$4.05
340 Third2 Bed 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$4.10
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2L110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$3.14
523 Jersey Ave, Unit 2523 Jersey Ave2BR,1BA$3.83

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

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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 708 Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,735 to $11,100. There are also 121 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranging from $2,100 to $8,000.

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 $2,100 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,248.

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.