Cheap Homes for Rent in The Heights Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $800 (34 Rentals)

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property at 201 St Pauls Ave

201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 16 Cottage St

16 Cottage St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 56 Cottage St

56 Cottage St

Jersey CityNJ07306

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The Heights, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Heights area of Jersey City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 3495 John F Kennedy Blvd priced from $1,475. Magnolia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here are the most affordable The Heights apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3495 John F Kennedy Blvd0061BR,1BA$1,475
Magnolia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,000
22 Fleet StStudioStudio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Heights, NJ

As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Heights area is the $0.40 price per square foot 86 Prospect St Model at 86 Prospect St, Unit #1 in the in the The Heights neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value The Heights apartment is the 113 Palisade Ave Model at 113 Palisade Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,450 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
86 Prospect St, Unit #186 Prospect St4BR,2BA$0.40
113 Palisade Ave, Unit 2113 Palisade Ave3BR,2BA$2.56
20 Western Ave, Unit 320 Western Ave3BR,1BA$2.55
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.85
324 Liberty Ave, Unit Hutton St324 Liberty Ave1BR,1BA$1.48
968 Summit Ave, Unit 401968 Summit Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.70
3144 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 3053144 John F Kennedy Blvd2BR,1BA$2.50
607 Bergenline Ave, Unit 2607 Bergenline Ave1BR,1BA$2.30
11 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 4R11 Saint Pauls Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
7 Beacon Ave, Unit 17 Beacon Ave1BR,1BA$2.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in The Heights?

There are currently 1373 Apartments for Rent in The Heights, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $16,287. There are also 183 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Heights ranging from $860 to $5,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Heights ranges from $860 to $5,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,165.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Heights range from $2,200 to $12,840, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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