Cheap Homes for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,700 (12 Rentals)

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property at 45 River Dr S

$2,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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45 River Dr S

Jersey CityNJ07310
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 45 River Dr S

$2,650

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$2,650

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$2,650

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 15

45 River Dr S, Unit 1108

45 River Dr S
Jersey CityNJ07310

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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 1 Bed unit found at Bay Grove Arms priced from $2,500. 100 House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,635. Here are the most affordable Jersey City Waterfront apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Grove ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500
100 HouseS1Studio,1BA$2,635
Parkside WestPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,735
Newport RentalsPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,735
Parkside EastPARKSIDE EAST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront, NJ

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jersey City Waterfront area is the $4.34 price per square foot 3-bedroom Model at The Hendrix in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $6,695. The second greatest value Jersey City Waterfront apartment is the 2 br - 2ba Model at 225 Grand starting at $4,830 with a $3.96 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.
The Hendrix3-bedroom3BR,2BA$4.34
225 Grand2 br - 2ba2BR,2BA$3.96
Hamilton Park by NewportLINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.79
AtlanticATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.90
SouthamptonSOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.15
PacificPACIFIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.20
The RooseveltROOSEVELT HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.98
Waterside Square SouthWATERSIDE SQUARE SOUTH - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.04
Waterside Square NorthWATERSIDE SQUARE NORTH - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.20
359 Grove St, Unit 2nd Fl359 Grove St1BR,1BA$3.92

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jersey City Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #8

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 Jersey City Waterfront

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

There are currently 799 Apartments for Rent in Jersey City Waterfront, NJ with pricing that ranges from $2,100 to $15,500. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jersey City Waterfront ranging from $1,700 to $6,800.

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 $1,700 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,000.

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 $3,200 to $12,905, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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