
Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ (783 Rentals)


The Beacon Jersey City

CMPND 15 Central

CMPND 9 Homestead

CMPND 26 Van Reipen

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West Side Square

505 Summit

43 Cottage St

Journal Squared

Magnolia Apartments
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Casa One

Journal Square Urby

Singh Tower

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80 Romaine Ave

425 Summit Ave

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3 Journal Square

25 Senate Place

99 Storms

Furnished Micro Studios

39 High Street
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Le Leo

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Century Tuer

The Fairmount at McGinley

Moxie @ JSQ

345 Baldwin Ave

2684-Highland Arms Realty

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Kennedy Lofts

Elks Club JSQ
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872 Bergen Ave

449 Pavonia Ave

45-47 Newkirk St

225 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 17M

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158 Tonnele Ave

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46 Van Wagenen Ave, Unit Basement

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779 Montgomery St

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9 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 4L
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77 Colgate St

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242 Beacon Ave, Unit 102

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113 Van Winkle Ave, Unit 2

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66 Bevan St, Unit 6

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53 Jordan Ave, Unit 1R

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14 Tonnele Ave, Unit #2

72 Wales Ave, Unit FL2

17 Britton St

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6 Jordan Ave, Unit 4

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540 Mercer St
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Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Journal Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journal Square Studio Apartments | $2,734 | $1,750 | $4,095 |
| Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,254 | $900 | $5,992 |
| Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,903 | $1,800 | $8,245 |
| Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,685 | $2,100 | $9,483 |
| Journal Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $3,100 | $7,250 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Journal Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,041 | $2,400 | $3,900 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,900 | $2,500 | $3,750 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,600 | $3,200 | $4,050 |
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Best Local Schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ
William L. Dickinson High School
Mahatma K. Gandhi School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Journal Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Journal Square area of Jersey City, NJ?
As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 783 available Journal Square apartments priced from $900 to $9,483, with an average monthly rent of $3,283.
How much are Studio apartments in Journal Square?
There are currently 404 Studio Apartments in Journal Square with rent ranges from $1,750 to $4,095 with an average price of $2,734.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Journal Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Journal Square ranges from $900 to $5,992 with an average monthly rent of $3,254.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Journal Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Journal Square range from $1,800 to $8,245. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,903.
How expensive are Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 99 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Journal Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,100 to $9,483 - averaging $4,685 for the location.
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