Cheap Homes for Rent in Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,500 (29 Rentals)
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75 Fairview Ave

203 Academy St

72 Storms Ave

737 Montgomery St

477 Mercer St

118 Corbin Ave, Unit 1
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290 Summit Ave

2720 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Unit 1

103 Jefferson Ave

331 Baldwin Ave
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636 Newark Ave

2680 John F. Kennedy Blvd

201 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 12 B

821 Bergen Ave

201 St Pauls Ave

2521 John F. Kennedy Blvd

201 St Pauls Ave

87 Wales Ave

857 Bergen Ave

2982 John F. Kennedy Blvd
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307 Summit Ave

25 Senate Pl

151 Sip Ave

253 Academy St

100 Romaine Ave

541 Newark Ave
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2700 John F. Kennedy Blvd

55 Jordan Ave
Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Journal Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Journal Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $1,799 | $4,950 |
Journal Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,159 | $2,395 | $4,600 |
Journal Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
Journal Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $3,700 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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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. The Beacon Jersey City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,765. 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 |
The Beacon Jersey City | T-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
Furnished Micro Studios | Studio - Front | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
Renovated Apartments Near Journal Square P | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
2680 John F Kennedy Blvd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.67 price per square foot 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 113 Palisade Ave Model at 113 Palisade Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,450 with a $2.56 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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59 Vroom St | 59 Vroom St | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
113 Palisade Ave, Unit 2 | 113 Palisade Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
284 Wayne St, Unit 1 | 284 Wayne St | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
7 Reed St, Unit 2L | 7 Reed St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
932 W Side Ave, Unit 2 | 932 W Side Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
11 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 4R | 11 Saint Pauls Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3 | 110 Baldwin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
2680 John F Kennedy Blvd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
75 Fairview Ave, Unit B4 | 75 Fairview Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
246 Summit Avenue | 246 Summit Avenue - 310 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Journal Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Journal Square?
There are currently 695 Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $9,321. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Journal Square ranging from $1,525 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Journal Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Journal Square ranges from $1,525 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,017.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Journal Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Journal Square range from $2,200 to $7,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,990.
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