Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jersey City Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,400 (15 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jersey City Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jersey City Waterfront Studio Apartments | $3,431 | $1,400 | $5,531 |
Jersey City Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,150 | $2,450 | $8,970 |
Jersey City Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,786 | $1,890 | $10,000+ |
Jersey City Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,002 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
Jersey City Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,132 | $5,789 | $8,800 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jersey City Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Jersey City Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jersey City Waterfront area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Montgomery priced from $2,271. Parkside West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,662. Here are the most affordable Jersey City Waterfront apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Montgomery | N | Studio,1BA | $2,271 |
Parkside West | PARKSIDE WEST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,662 |
Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE WEST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,662 |
One Ten | S15-a | Studio,1BA | $2,725 |
70 Greene | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,783 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront, NJ
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jersey City Waterfront area is the $4.35 price per square foot R-C1 Model at Revetment House in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $5,570. The second greatest value Jersey City Waterfront apartment is the 46 MERCER St Model at 46 MERCER St, Unit 6 starting at $5,500 with a $4.35 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jersey City Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Revetment House | R-C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.35 |
46 MERCER St, Unit 6 | 46 MERCER St | 3BR,2BA | $4.35 |
Cast Iron Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath-C | 2BR,2BA | $4.33 |
Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
100 House | B18 | 2BR,2BA | $4.01 |
Soho Lofts | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
11 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 4R | 11 Saint Pauls Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
280 Marin Blvd, Unit 17T | 280 Marin Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
218 York St, Unit 2 | 218 York St | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
22 Beacon Ave, Unit 6 | 22 Beacon Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jersey City Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jersey City Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jersey City Waterfront is at Parkside West listed at $2,655.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jersey City Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jersey City Waterfront Apartment is $3,115 at The Enclave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jersey City Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jersey City Waterfront is starting from $3,450 at 340 Third.
What is the most affordable Jersey City Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jersey City Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkside West and starts from $5,230.
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