
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McGinley Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (118 Rentals)
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115 Harrison Ave

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779 Montgomery St

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59 Vroom St

66 Tuers Ave

64 Tuers Ave

91 Jordan Ave

Furnished Micro Studios

106 Glenwood Ave

Hummingbird Heights 320
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190 Academy St

124 Storms Ave

41 Harmon St

821 Bergen Ave

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218 Fairmount Ave, Unit 2

Wangdu Apartments

75A Clifton Pl

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589 Bramhall Ave, Unit Studio

800 Ocean Ave, Unit Apt. #3

121 Highland Ave
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45-47 Newkirk St

429 Fairmount Ave

203 Academy St

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6 Jordan Ave, Unit 3

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6 Jordan Ave, Unit 3

275 Monticello Ave

The Solis

The Beacon Jersey City

99 Storms

544 Bramhall Ave
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343 Summit Ave, Unit 1st

Moxie @ JSQ

The Helix

457 Wayne St

2677 John F. Kennedy Blvd

12 Vroom St

The Roxy

253 Academy St

20 Beacon Way

Kennedy Lofts
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89 Belmont Ave

204 Olean Ave

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141 Monticello Ave, Unit 5

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4 Whitman Ave, Unit 2R

680 Grand St

55 Jordan Ave

Resurrection House

30 Kensington Ave

170 Academy St

The Willows at Salem Lafayette
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McGinley Square, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McGinley Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinley Square Studio Apartments | $2,491 | $1,200 | $3,630 |
| McGinley Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,079 | $900 | $4,638 |
| McGinley Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,494 | $1,550 | $6,675 |
| McGinley Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,941 | $2,195 | $10,000+ |
| McGinley Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,900 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 118 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the McGinley Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available McGinley Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McGinley Square area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Furnished Micro Studios priced from $1,595. Hummingbird Heights 320 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable McGinley Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnished Micro Studios | Studio - Window Terrace | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hummingbird Heights 320 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 115 Fairview Ave | 23 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McGinley Square, NJ
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the McGinley Square area is the $0.60 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 McGinley Square apartment is the 779 Montgomery St Model at 779 Montgomery 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 McGinley Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Vroom St | 59 Vroom St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 779 Montgomery St | 779 Montgomery St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 40 Gardner Ave, Unit 1 | 40 Gardner Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 872 Bergen Ave | 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 218 Fairmount Ave, Unit 2 | 218 Fairmount Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 115 Fairview Ave | 23 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 12 Vroom St | 1R | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 141 Monticello Ave, Unit 5 | 141 Monticello Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 4 Whitman Ave, Unit 2R | 4 Whitman Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 6 Jordan Ave, Unit 3 | 6 Jordan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcginley Square, Jersey City, NJ
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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mcginley Square, Jersey City, NJ
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McGinley Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McGinley Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McGinley Square is at Furnished Micro Studios listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McGinley Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McGinley Square Apartment is $1,700 at Hummingbird Heights 320.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McGinley Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McGinley Square is starting from $2,000 at 12 Vroom St.
What is the most affordable McGinley Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McGinley Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 316 Forrest St and starts from $2,800.
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