Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paulus Hook Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,400 (33 Rentals)

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property at 87 Merseles St

$1,900 - $3,200

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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87 Merseles St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 319 8th St

$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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319 8th St

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 298 NEWARK Ave

$2,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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298 NEWARK Ave

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 507 Jersey Ave

$2,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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507 Jersey Ave

Jersey CityNJ07302

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property at 270 Marin Blvd

$2,350 - $2,900

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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270 Marin Blvd

Jersey CityNJ07302
property at 338 Johnston Ave

$2,400

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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338 Johnston Ave

Jersey CityNJ07304
property at 206 4th St

$2,400

2 Bedroom Rentals

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206 4th St

Jersey CityNJ07302

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property at 201 York St

$2,600

1 Bedroom Rentals

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201 York St

Jersey CityNJ07302
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378 3rd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

378 3rd St

378 3rd StJersey City, NJ 07302
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1 Magnolia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1 Magnolia Ave

1 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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708-714 Jersey Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

708-714 Jersey Ave

708-714 Jersey AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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238 5th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

238 5th St

238 5th StJersey City, NJ 07302
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500 Manila
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

500 Manila

500 Manila AveJersey City, NJ 07302
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323 Pine
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

323 Pine

323-325 Pine StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Solaris Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Solaris Lofts

65 Maple StJersey City, NJ 07304
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The Bridget
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bridget

380 Montgomery StJersey City, NJ 07302
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295J
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

295J

295 Johnston AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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The Montgomery
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Montgomery

100 Montgomery StJersey City, NJ 07302
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Starling
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Starling

66 Monitor StJersey City, NJ 07304
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The Ashton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ashton

2 Ash StJersey City, NJ 07304

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Jasmin Terrace II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jasmin Terrace II

412-416 Whiton StJersey City, NJ 07304

Paulus Hook, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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 $1,900. 295J has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Paulus Hook apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
449 Pavonia Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,900
295JStudio BStudio,1BA$2,195
StarlingS2Studio,1BA$2,282
The Hazel Jersey CityS2Studio,1BA$2,579
BelaBela A21BR,1BA$2,720
Newport RentalsPARKSIDE EAST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,729
Parkside EastPARKSIDE EAST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,729
Skylar LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$2,750
Parkside WestPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$2,769
311 Pine - The PineB72BR,2BA$2,782

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paulus Hook, NJ

As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paulus Hook area is the $3.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Bay Grove Arms in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Paulus Hook apartment is the PACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Pacific starting at $4,819 with a $4.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bay Grove ArmsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.71
PacificPACIFIC - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$4.20
311 Pine - The PineB42BR,2BA$2.92
AtlanticATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.07
SouthamptonSOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.97
East HamptonEAST HAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.16
The RooseveltROOSEVELT HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.03
Waterside Square NorthWATERSIDE SQUARE NORTH - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.33
BelaBela A21BR,1BA$4.13
449 Pavonia Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.92

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Paulus Hook, Jersey City, NJ

Ranked #10

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 Paulus Hook Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Paulus Hook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Paulus Hook is at 295J listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Paulus Hook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Paulus Hook Apartment is $2,670 at 295J.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Paulus Hook Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Paulus Hook is starting from $1,900 at 449 Pavonia Ave.

What is the most affordable Paulus Hook Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Paulus Hook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 295J and starts from $4,297.

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