Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (49 Rentals)
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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 |
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Journal Square Studio Apartments | $2,620 | $1,200 | $6,605 |
Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $1,100 | $7,065 |
Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,900 | $9,345 |
Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,432 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
Journal Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $4,195 | $4,195 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 246 Summit Avenue priced from $1,650. Furnished Micro Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,660. Here are the most affordable Journal Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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246 Summit Avenue | 246 Summit Avenue - 310 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Furnished Micro Studios | Studio - Window Terrace | Studio,1BA | $1,660 |
Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
The Beacon Jersey City | T-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ
As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.55 price per square foot 540 Mercer St Model at 540 Mercer St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom St starting at $1,200 with a $0.67 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. |
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540 Mercer St | 540 Mercer St | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
59 Vroom St | 59 Vroom St | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
103 Storms Ave, Unit 1 | 103 Storms Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3 | 110 Baldwin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
77 Vroom St, Unit 2 | 77 Vroom St | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
6 Jordan Ave, Unit 4 | 6 Jordan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
937 Pavonia Ave, Unit 7 | 937 Pavonia Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
246 Summit Avenue | 246 Summit Avenue - 310 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
6 Jordan Ave, Unit 2R | 6 Jordan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJournal Square, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #12
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 $1,720.
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 $2,765 at The Beacon 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 Magnolia Apartments and starts from $3,500.
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