
Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ (765 Rentals)


The Beacon Jersey City

CMPND 15 Central

505 Summit

CMPND 9 Homestead

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West Side Square

CMPND 26 Van Reipen

Journal Squared

43 Cottage St

Magnolia Apartments
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Singh Tower

425 Summit Ave

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3 Journal Square

25 Senate Place

99 Storms

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80 Romaine Ave

Furnished Micro Studios

39 High Street

Le Leo
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Century Tuer

The Fairmount at McGinley

Moxie @ JSQ

345 Baldwin Ave

Elks Club JSQ

Kennedy Lofts

Hummingbird Heights 320

Le Leo Co-Living

872 Bergen Ave

45-47 Newkirk St
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449 Pavonia Ave

2976 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit #1

201 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 407

333 Fairmount Ave, Unit 1H

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246 Academy St, Unit 2

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20 Highland Ave, Unit 2

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60 Jordan Ave, Unit 1R

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77 Colgate St, Unit 3

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242 Beacon Ave, Unit 102

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53 Jordan Ave, Unit 1R
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14 Tonnele Ave, Unit #2

72 Wales Ave, Unit FL2

855 Pavonia Ave, Unit 1

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812 Pavonia Ave, Unit #A

75 Fairview Ave, Unit B4

540 Mercer St

17 Britton St

546 Summit Ave

201 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit #8B

101 Romaine Ave, Unit #2
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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 | $2,834 | $1,585 | $3,785 |
| Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $900 | $5,938 |
| Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,201 | $1,850 | $8,245 |
| Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,456 | $2,449 | $9,393 |
| Journal Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $3,500 | $4,800 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Journal Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,054 | $2,400 | $3,795 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,477 | $2,700 | $5,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,258 | $2,450 | $5,500 |
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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, August 04, 2026, there are currently 765 available Journal Square apartments priced from $900 to $9,393, with an average monthly rent of $3,454.
How much are Studio apartments in Journal Square?
There are currently 406 Studio Apartments in Journal Square with rent ranges from $1,585 to $3,785 with an average price of $2,834.
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 $5,938 with an average monthly rent of $3,370.
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 $1,850 to $8,245. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,201.
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 $2,449 to $9,393 - averaging $4,456 for the location.
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