
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paulus Hook Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,400 (56 Rentals)
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438 2nd St

128 Coles St

444 Pacific Ave

The Haven

281 Monmouth St

298 Newark Ave

138 Wayne St

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270 Marin Blvd, Unit 14Q

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335 3rd St, Unit 2
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262 Warren St

519.5 Manila Ave

374 2nd St

343 Mercer Loop

197 Newark Ave

270 Marin Blvd, Unit 15Q

280 Marin Blvd

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280 Marin Blvd, Unit 9E

222 Montgomery St

409 Monmouth St
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45 River Dr S, Unit 1108

270 Marin Blvd

Atlas

118 Erie St

311 Pine - The Pine

1 Magnolia Ave

378 3rd St

708-714 Jersey Ave

238 5th St
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500 Manila

323 Pine

431 Monmouth St

Solaris Lofts

The Bridget

Metropolis Towers Apartments

424 Whiton St Apartments

Conifer Flats

295J

The Montgomery
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The Ashton

Starling

Jasmin Terrace II

Quinn

The Hazel Jersey City

411 2nd St

The Roosevelt

283 Monmouth St

395 1st St

460 Grand Street
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Paulus Hook, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paulus Hook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulus Hook Studio Apartments | $3,340 | $1,950 | $4,500 |
| Paulus Hook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,098 | $1,900 | $8,703 |
| Paulus Hook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,481 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Paulus Hook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,773 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
| Paulus Hook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,317 | $3,900 | $7,770 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Paulus Hook Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Paulus Hook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paulus Hook area of Jersey City, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at 449 Pavonia Ave priced from $1,850. The Haven has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Paulus Hook apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 449 Pavonia Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Haven | Unit X05 | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| 295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,224 |
| The Hazel Jersey City | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Newport Rentals | LINCOLN HOUSE- Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,502 |
| The Roosevelt | ROOSEVELT HOUSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,547 |
| Starling | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,669 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paulus Hook, NJ
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paulus Hook area is the $4.34 price per square foot 3-bedroom Model at The Hendrix in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $6,695. The second greatest value Paulus Hook apartment is the PACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Pacific starting at $4,915 with a $4.28 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paulus Hook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hendrix | 3-bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| Pacific | PACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $4.28 |
| 311 Pine - The Pine | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Bela | Bela B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| Waterside Square South | WATERSIDE SQUARE SOUTH - Converted 2 Bedroom One B | 2BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 477 Jersey Ave | 477 Jersey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 143 Sussex St, Unit Apt. #3 | 143 Sussex St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Southampton | SOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| 335 3rd St, Unit 2 | 335 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 449 Pavonia Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paulus Hook Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Paulus Hook?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Paulus Hook is under $2,669.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paulus Hook?
The cheapest apartment in Paulus Hook is The Haven which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Paulus Hook costs $4,170.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paulus Hook?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Paulus Hook that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Paulus Hook?
Cheap apartments in Paulus Hook have an average cost of $199 which is $3,971 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paulus Hook.
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