Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,800 (19 Rentals)
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280 LUIS M MARIN Blvd

The Morgan Provost Square

216 1ST St

270 LUIS M MARIN Blvd

183 MONTGOMERY St
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20 2nd St

100 Montgomery St

485 Marin

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The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront Studio Apartments | $3,307 | $2,300 | $7,148 |
| The Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $2,170 | $8,749 |
| The Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,319 | $2,400 | $7,950 |
| The Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,473 | $4,450 | $10,000+ |
| The Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,504 | $6,435 | $6,585 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available The Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Waterfront area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at The BLVD Collection priced from $2,074. Parkside East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,773. Here are the most affordable The Waterfront apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The BLVD Collection | B475S S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,074 |
| Parkside East | PARKSIDE EAST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,773 |
| Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE EAST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,773 |
| The Roosevelt | ROOSEVELT HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,786 |
| 485 Marin | 0 Bed-1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Waterfront, NJ
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Waterfront area is the $4.33 price per square foot PARKSIDE WEST - 3 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Parkside West in the in the Pavonia neighborhood starting from $4,962. The second greatest value The Waterfront apartment is the ATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Atlantic starting at $3,234 with a $3.61 price per square foot in the Pavonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside West | PARKSIDE WEST - 3 Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| Atlantic | ATLANTIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Southampton | SOUTHAMPTON - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Aquablu | AQUABLU - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Pacific | PACIFIC - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| The One | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Waterside Square South | WATERSIDE SQUARE SOUTH - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Waterside Square North | WATERSIDE SQUARE NORTH - 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Grove Pointe | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Waterfront is at Newport Rentals listed at $2,778.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment is $2,786 at Newport Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Waterfront is starting from $3,548 at Newport Rentals.
What is the most affordable The Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Rentals and starts from $4,687.
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