Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ Under $1,500 (19 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 | $2,676 | $1,200 | $5,035 |
Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,340 | $1,100 | $5,770 |
Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,566 | $1,825 | $8,065 |
Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,471 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Journal Square
How much are Studio apartments in Journal Square?
There are currently 140 Studio Apartments in Journal Square with rent ranges from $1,200 to $5,035 with an average price of $2,676.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Journal Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Journal Square ranges from $1,100 to $5,770 with an average monthly rent of $3,340.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Journal Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Journal Square range from $1,825 to $8,065. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,566.
How expensive are Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 117 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Journal Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,000 to $17,500 - averaging $5,471 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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