Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (49 Rentals)

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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
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 1 Bedroom Apartments

57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey 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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25-27 Jones Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

25-27 Jones Pl

25-27 Jones PlJersey City, NJ 07306
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246 Summit Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

246 Summit Avenue

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

Glenwood Hill

114 Glenwood AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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378 3rd St
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
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
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68 Magnolia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

68 Magnolia Ave

68 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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17-19 Van Reypen St
1 Bedroom Apartments

17-19 Van Reypen St

17-19 Van Reypen StJersey 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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102 Corbin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 Corbin Ave

102 Corbin 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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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
2 Bedroom Apartments

317-319 Fairmount Ave

317-319 Fairmount 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
1 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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55 Jordan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

55 Jordan Ave

55 Jordan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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343 Fairmount Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

343 Fairmount Ave

343 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Hummingbird Heights 320
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hummingbird Heights 320

320 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Hudson 47
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson 47

47 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Glenwood Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Arms

64 Glenwood AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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274 Monticello
3 Bedroom Apartments

274 Monticello

274 Monticello AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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266 Monticello Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

266 Monticello Ave

266 Monticello AveJersey City, NJ 07306

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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
246 Summit Avenue246 Summit Avenue - 3101BR,1BA$1,650
Furnished Micro StudiosStudio - Window TerraceStudio,1BA$1,660
Magnolia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
The Beacon Jersey CityT-S1Studio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
540 Mercer St540 Mercer St1BR,1BA$0.55
59 Vroom St59 Vroom StStudio ,1BA$0.67
103 Storms Ave, Unit 1103 Storms Ave3BR,1BA$2.45
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$2.75
77 Vroom St, Unit 277 Vroom St2BR,1BA$2.88
6 Jordan Ave, Unit 46 Jordan Ave1BR,1BA$2.39
937 Pavonia Ave, Unit 7937 Pavonia Ave1BR,1BA$2.85
246 Summit Avenue246 Summit Avenue - 3101BR,1BA$2.54
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.77
6 Jordan Ave, Unit 2R6 Jordan Ave1BR,1BA$2.77

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #12

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.