Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (132 Rentals)

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property at 165 Vroom St

$1,650 - $2,200

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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165 Vroom St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 225 Saint Pauls Ave

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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225 Saint Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 821 Bergen Ave

$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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821 Bergen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 165 Vroom St

$1,950

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$1,950
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$1,950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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165 Vroom St, Unit 311, Unit 311

165 Vroom St
Jersey CityNJ07306

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 22 Liberty Ave

$2,000 - $2,700

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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22 Liberty Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 201 St Pauls Ave

$2,000 - $2,675

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 107 Magnolia Ave

$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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107 Magnolia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 138 Central Ave

$2,150 - $2,200

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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138 Central Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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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 Hummingbird Heights 320 priced from $1,700. 45-47 Newkirk St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,785. Here are the most affordable Journal Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hummingbird Heights 3201 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
45-47 Newkirk St1BR1BR,1BA$1,785
45 Hopkins Avenue - Gyalsten Apartments1 BR (418)1BR,1BA$1,795
449 Pavonia Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,850
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,900
99 Storms10Studio,1BA$1,950
12 Vroom St1R2BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.65 price per square foot 540 Mercer St Model at 540 Mercer St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom 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.
540 Mercer St540 Mercer St1BR,1BA$0.65
59 Vroom St59 Vroom StStudio ,1BA$0.60
872 Bergen Ave2bedroom2BR,1BA$2.38
74 Baldwin Ave, Unit 274 Baldwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.85
72 Wales Ave, Unit FL272 Wales Ave2BR,1BA$2.69
485 Mercer St, Unit 3R485 Mercer St2BR,1BA$2.88
12 Vroom St1R2BR,1BA$2.50
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.92
449 Pavonia Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.85
45-47 Newkirk St1BR1BR,1BA$2.98

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

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Journal Square Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Journal Square?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Journal Square is under $2,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Journal Square?

The cheapest apartment in Journal Square is Le Leo Co-Living which is listed at $1,510, while the average apartment in Journal Square costs $4,482.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Journal Square?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Journal Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Journal Square?

Cheap apartments in Journal Square have an average cost of $184 which is $4,298 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Journal Square.

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 Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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