Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Journal Square area of Jersey City.

203 ACADEMY St

187 Beacon Ave

91 Jordan Ave

Furnished Micro Studios

24 GRAY St

190 ACADEMY St

88 Vroom St

22 Liberty Ave

Hummingbird Heights 320
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45-47 Newkirk St

2700 John F. Kennedy Blvd

165 Vroom St

170 St Pauls Ave

Magnolia Apartments

115 Fairview Ave

6 Jordan Ave

96 Central Ave
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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 | $2,523 | $1,200 | $3,885 |
| Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $1,550 | $4,700 |
| Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,824 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
| Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,449 | $1,775 | $7,100 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Journal Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Journal Square area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Furnished Micro Studios priced from $1,595. Hummingbird Heights 320 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Journal Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnished Micro Studios | Studio - Window Terrace | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hummingbird Heights 320 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 45-47 Newkirk St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| 115 Fairview Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 99 Storms | 09 | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 229 Summit Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ
As of November 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.60 price per square foot 544 Mercer St Model at 544 Mercer St, Unit 2 in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 19 Henry St Model at 19 Henry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,900 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Journal Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 544 Mercer St, Unit 2 | 544 Mercer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 19 Henry St, Unit 1 | 19 Henry St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 872 Bergen Ave | 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 283 Monticello Ave, Unit 1 | 283 Monticello Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 88 Oakland Ave, Unit 2 | 88 Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 126 Oakland Ave, Unit 3 | 126 Oakland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 115 Fairview Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 187 Hopkins Ave, Unit 7 | 187 Hopkins Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3 | 110 Baldwin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 72 Wales Ave, Unit FL2 | 72 Wales Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJournal Square, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #18
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ
William L Dickinson High School
Mahatma K. Gandhi School
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Getting Around the Journal Square Neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Journal Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Journal Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Journal Square is at Furnished Micro Studios listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment is $1,700 at Hummingbird Heights 320.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Journal Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Journal Square is starting from $2,195 at Upgraded Kit., Stainless Steel, Granite, 2 Blocks to Express NYC Bus - Jersey City.
What is the most affordable Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 39 High Street and starts from $4,750.
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