Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,200 (36 Rentals)

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property at 66 Tuers Ave

$1,350

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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66 Tuers Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 22 Liberty Ave

$1,600 - $2,000

Studio Rentals

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22 Liberty Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 821 Bergen Ave

$1,650 - $1,800

Studio Rentals

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821 Bergen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 10 Huron Ave

$1,900

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$1,900 - $2,300

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$1,900 - $2,300

Studio Condos for Rent

Available Apr 30

10 Huron Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 253 Academy St

$2,000 - $2,200

Studio Rentals

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253 Academy St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 55 Jordan Ave

$2,100 - $2,750

Studio Rentals

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55 Jordan Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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170 Academy St
Studio Apartments

170 Academy St

170 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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57 Sip Ave
Studio Apartments

57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Gold Star Realty
Studio Apartments

Gold Star Realty

272 Monticello AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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65 Newkirk St
Studio Apartments

65 Newkirk St

65 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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85 Van Reypen Street
Studio Apartments

85 Van Reypen Street

85 Van Reypen StJersey City, NJ 07306
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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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197 Academy
Studio Apartments

197 Academy

197 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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property at 201 St Pauls Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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201 St Pauls Ave, Unit 10C, Unit 10C

201 St Pauls Ave
Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 10 Huron Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10 Huron Ave, Unit 7R, Unit 7R

10 Huron Ave
Jersey CityNJ07306
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880 Bergen Ave
Studio Apartments

880 Bergen Ave

880 Bergen AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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property at 201 St Pauls Ave

$1,975

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$1,975

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$1,975

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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201 St Pauls Ave, Unit 17P, Unit 17P

201 St Pauls Ave
Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 201 St Pauls Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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MetroVue
Studio Apartments

MetroVue

161 VAN WAGENEN AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Orchard
Studio Apartments

Orchard

55 Orchard StJersey City, NJ 07306
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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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 $1,950.

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

The cheapest apartment in Journal Square is Furnished Micro Studios which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Journal Square costs $4,000.

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 14 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 $163 which is $3,837 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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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.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.