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property at 170 St Pauls Ave

$1,750 - $2,050

2 Bedroom Rentals

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170 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 467 Pavonia Ave

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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467 Pavonia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 96 Central Ave

$1,750 - $1,800

1 Bedroom Rentals

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96 Central Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 821 Bergen Ave

$1,800 - $2,275

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821 Bergen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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Resurrection House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Resurrection House

69 Storms AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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170 Academy St
Studio Apartments

170 Academy St

170 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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100 Beacon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 Beacon Ave

100 Beacon AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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305 Fairmount Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

305 Fairmount Ave

305 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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31-33 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

31-33 High St

31-33 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Brevard Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brevard Apartments

37 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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57 Sip Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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68 Magnolia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

68 Magnolia Ave

68 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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25-27 Jones Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25-27 Jones Pl

25-27 Jones PlJersey City, NJ 07306
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61 Corbin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

61 Corbin Ave

61 Corbin AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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106 Glenwood Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

106 Glenwood Ave

106 Glenwood AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Gold Star Realty
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Gold Star Realty

272 Monticello AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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52 Newkirk St
1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Newkirk St

52 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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246 Summit Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

246 Summit Avenue

242-246 Summit AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Glenwood Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Hill

114 Glenwood AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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378 3rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

378 3rd St

378 3rd StJersey City, NJ 07302
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77 Magnolia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Magnolia Ave

77 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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1 Magnolia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Magnolia Ave

1 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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65 Newkirk St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

65 Newkirk St

65 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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233-239 Beacon Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

233-239 Beacon Ave

233-239 Beacon AveJersey City, NJ 07306

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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17-19 Van Reypen St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

17-19 Van Reypen St

17-19 Van Reypen StJersey City, NJ 07306
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102 Corbin Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

102 Corbin Ave

102 Corbin AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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321-323 Fairmount Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

321-323 Fairmount Ave

321-323 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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317-319 Fairmount Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

317-319 Fairmount Ave

317-319 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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The Hampshire House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hampshire House

22 Tonnele AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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2801 John F Kennedy Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2801 John F Kennedy Blvd

2801 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07306
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151 Sip Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

151 Sip Ave

151 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Lotus Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lotus Manor

42 Vroom StJersey City, NJ 07306
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Journal Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Journal Square area of Jersey City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 246 Summit Avenue priced from $1,650. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
246 Summit Avenue246 Summit Avenue - 3031BR,1BA$1,650
Hummingbird Heights 3201 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
125 Corbin Ave3031BR,1BA$1,995
The Beacon Jersey CityT-S1Studio,1BA$1,995
110 Glenwood Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,000
22 Fleet StStudioStudio,1BA$2,050
Kennedy LoftsFStudio,1BA$2,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ

As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.54 price per square foot 487 Mercer St Model at 487 Mercer St, Unit 2nd Fl Apt in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 779 Montgomery St Model at 779 Montgomery St starting at $1,200 with a $0.60 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
487 Mercer St, Unit 2nd Fl Apt487 Mercer St3BR,1BA$0.54
779 Montgomery St779 Montgomery StStudio ,1BA$0.60
Laidlaw Lofts4B/2B4BR,2BA$2.87
872 Bergen Ave2bedroom2BR,1BA$2.38
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 5110 Baldwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.30
322 Baldwin Ave, Unit 8322 Baldwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.85
110 Glenwood Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.22
6 Jordan Ave, Unit 36 Jordan Ave2BR,1BA$2.37
72 Wales Ave, Unit FL272 Wales Ave2BR,1BA$2.69
9 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit B29 Saint Pauls Ave1BR,1BA$2.25

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 The Beacon Jersey City listed at $1,995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment is $1,650 at 246 Summit Avenue.

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 $2,000 at 110 Glenwood Hill.

What is the most affordable Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Journal Square Urby and starts from $4,993.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!