Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Martin Luther King-Bergen Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (72 Rentals)

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property at 90 Harmon St

$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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90 Harmon St

Jersey CityNJ07304

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property at 41 Harmon St

$1,725

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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41 Harmon St

Jersey CityNJ07304
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102 Belmont Ave
$1,750 - $2,000
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$1,750 - $2,000
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

102 Belmont Ave

102 Belmont AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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property at 821 Bergen Ave

$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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821 Bergen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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Resurrection House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Resurrection House

69 Storms AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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191 Wegman Pkwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Wegman Pkwy

191 Wegman PkwyJersey City, NJ 07305
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218-220 Duncan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

218-220 Duncan Ave

218-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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30 Kensington Ave
Studio Apartments

30 Kensington Ave

30 Kensington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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170 Academy St
Studio Apartments

170 Academy St

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

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574 Bergen Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

574 Bergen Ave

574 Bergen AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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OVM Affordable
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

OVM Affordable

683-689 Ocean AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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85 Kearney Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

85 Kearney Ave

85 Kearney AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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80 Lexington Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

80 Lexington Ave

80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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31-33 High St
1 to 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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150 Belmont
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

150 Belmont

150 Belmont AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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2048 John F Kennedy Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2048 John F Kennedy Blvd

2048 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07305
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196 Clinton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

196 Clinton Ave

196 Clinton AveJersey City, NJ 07304

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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2267 John F Kennedy Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

2267 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07304
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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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52 Newkirk St
1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Newkirk St

52 Newkirk StJersey City, NJ 07306
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246 Summit Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

246 Summit Avenue

242-246 Summit AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Glenwood Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Hill

114 Glenwood AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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354-358 Bergen Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

354-358 Bergen Ave

354-358 Bergen AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Martin Luther King-Bergen, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Martin Luther King-Bergen Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wangdu ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Hummingbird Heights 3201 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Luther King-Bergen, NJ

As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Martin Luther King-Bergen area is the $0.74 price per square foot 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Martin Luther King-Bergen apartment is the 779 Montgomery St Model at 779 Montgomery St starting at $1,400 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martin Luther King-Bergen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
59 Vroom St59 Vroom St1BR,1BA$0.74
779 Montgomery St779 Montgomery StStudio ,1BA$0.70
688 Communipaw Ave688 Communipaw AveStudio ,1BA$0.67
87 Dwight St, Unit 187 Dwight St5BR,2BA$2.04
177 Clendenny Ave, Unit #2177 Clendenny Ave3BR,2BA$1.66
100 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2100 Wilkinson Ave4BR,1BA$1.90
248 Grant Ave, Unit 2248 Grant Ave4BR,1BA$1.92
16 Westervelt Pl, Unit Apt 316 Westervelt Pl2BR,1BA$1.95
36 Clerk St, Unit Basement36 Clerk St3BR,2BA$2.00
161 Wilkinson Ave, Unit Unit 1161 Wilkinson Ave2BR,1BA$2.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Martin Luther King-Bergen, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Martin Luther King-Bergen Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Martin Luther King-Bergen?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Martin Luther King-Bergen is at Wangdu Apartments listed at $1,595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Luther King-Bergen Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Martin Luther King-Bergen Apartment is $1,700 at Hummingbird Heights 320.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Martin Luther King-Bergen Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Martin Luther King-Bergen is starting from $1,850 at 449 Pavonia Ave.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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