Cheap Homes for Rent in Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,500 (19 Rentals)

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property at 457 Wayne St

$1,850

1 Bedroom Rentals

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457 Wayne St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 40 Beacon Ave

$1,900

Studio Rentals

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40 Beacon Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 85 Laidlaw Ave

$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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85 Laidlaw Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 72 Henry St

$1,950

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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72 Henry St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 857 Bergen Ave

$2,089 - $3,946

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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857 Bergen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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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 Studio unit found at Furnished Micro Studios priced from $1,590. 246 Summit Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Journal Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Furnished Micro StudiosStudio - Window TerraceStudio,1BA$1,590
246 Summit Avenue246 Summit Avenue - 3031BR,1BA$1,650
Hummingbird Heights 3201 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
85 Van Reypen Street2 Bed 1 Bath Full Kitchen2BR,1BA$1,711
28 Duncan Avenue1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.54 price per square foot 487 Mercer St Model at 487 Mercer St, Unit 2nd Fl Apt in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom St starting at $1,200 with a $0.60 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.
487 Mercer St, Unit 2nd Fl Apt487 Mercer St3BR,1BA$0.54
59 Vroom St59 Vroom StStudio ,1BA$0.60
872 Bergen Ave2bedroom2BR,1BA$2.38
322 Baldwin Ave, Unit 8322 Baldwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.85
110 Glenwood Hill2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.22
646 Montgomery St, Unit 1F646 Montgomery St2BR,1BA$2.83
72 Wales Ave, Unit FL272 Wales Ave2BR,1BA$2.69
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 3110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
85 Van Reypen Street2 Bed 1 Bath Full Kitchen2BR,1BA$2.14
110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2L110 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$2.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Journal Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Journal Square?

There are currently 713 Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $8,500. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Journal Square ranging from $1,575 to $4,500.

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 $1,575 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,816.

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 $1,456 to $6,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,490. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,095.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.