Cheap Homes for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $2,500 (9 Rentals)

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property at 270 Marin Blvd

$2,525 - $2,550

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 4

270 Marin Blvd

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 280 Marin Blvd

$2,550 - $3,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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280 Marin Blvd

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 283 Monmouth St

$2,550

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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283 Monmouth St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 26 Concord St

$2,600

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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26 Concord St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 146 Sussex St

$3,100

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146 Sussex St

Jersey CityNJ07302

Jersey City Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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 One Ten priced from $2,870. Parkside West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,879. Here are the most affordable Jersey City Waterfront apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
One TenS4-aStudio,1BA$2,870
Parkside WestPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,879
Newport RentalsPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,879

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront, NJ

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jersey City Waterfront area is the $4.61 price per square foot PACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Pacific in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $5,296. The second greatest value Jersey City Waterfront apartment is the LINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Hamilton Park by Newport starting at $4,229 with a $3.81 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
PacificPACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$4.61
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.81
Waterside Square NorthWATERSIDE SQUARE NORTH - Converted 2 Bedroom One B2BR,1BA$4.12
AtlanticATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.14
SouthamptonSOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.19
Cast Iron Lofts1 Bed/1 Bath-051BR,1BA$4.52
225 Grand1 br - 1ba1BR,1BA$4.37
Bay Grove ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.88
340 Third2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$4.73
100 HouseA1-b1BR,1BA$4.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jersey City Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #8

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jersey City Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Jersey City Waterfront?

There are currently 800 Apartments for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $15,883. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jersey City Waterfront ranging from $2,525 to $16,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jersey City Waterfront ranges from $2,525 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,779.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jersey City Waterfront range from $2,300 to $12,825, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,995.

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