
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Hill Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (52 Rentals)
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779 Montgomery St

The Agnes Co-Living

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540 Mercer St

194 Kensington Ave

111 Mallory Ave

Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park

90 Harmon St

75 Fairview Ave, Unit B4

162 Bergen Ave
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165 Sterling Ave, Unit 162D

149 Wegman Pkwy

730 Bergen Ave

Hummingbird Heights 320

821 Bergen Ave

Resurrection House

191 Wegman Pkwy

218-220 Duncan Ave

30 Kensington Ave

170 Academy St
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The Willows at Salem Lafayette

305 Fairmount Ave

574 Bergen Ave

Birchwood at Fairmount Hotel (62+ Community)

OVM Affordable

85 Kearney Ave

80 Lexington Ave

31-33 High St

The Brevard Apartments

150 Belmont
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2048 John F Kennedy Blvd

196 Clinton Ave

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

106 Glenwood Ave

Gold Star Realty

52 Newkirk St

2500 John F Kennedy Blvd

Glenwood Hill

246 Summit Avenue

354-358 Bergen Ave
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88-90 Kensington Ave

304 Ege Ave

65 Newkirk St

166 Summit Ave

317-319 Fairmount Ave

Baker Building

Lotus Manor

214-220 Duncan Ave

Blue Pond Realty

55 Jordan
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The Hill, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill Studio Apartments | $2,392 | $1,200 | $2,773 |
| The Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
| The Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| The Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,673 | $2,000 | $9,103 |
| The Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,163 | $2,285 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the The Hill Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available The Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Hill area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park 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 The Hill apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hummingbird Heights 320 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Agnes Co-Living | Private Room with Private Bath L | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 30-32 McAdoo Ave - ASK ABOUT OUR RENT SPECIAL | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Hill, NJ
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Hill area is the $0.60 price per square foot 779 Montgomery St Model at 779 Montgomery St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value The Hill apartment is the 540 Mercer St Model at 540 Mercer St starting at $1,500 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 779 Montgomery St | 779 Montgomery St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 540 Mercer St | 540 Mercer St | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 295 Old Bergen Rd, Unit 1 | 295 Old Bergen Rd | 5BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 177 Clendenny Ave, Unit #2 | 177 Clendenny Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 100 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 2 | 100 Wilkinson Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 46 Dwight St, Unit 2 | 46 Dwight St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| 586 W Side Ave, Unit 2 | 586 W Side Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 183 Wegman Pky, Unit 2 | 183 Wegman Pky | 3BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 416 Bergen Ave, Unit 416 Bergen Ave #1 | 416 Bergen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 134 Grant Ave, Unit B2 | 134 Grant Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
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Best Local Schools in The Hill, Jersey City, NJ
Ollie Culbreth Jr. School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Hill is at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Hill Apartment is $1,700 at Hummingbird Heights 320.
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