
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Bergen Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (44 Rentals)
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688 Communipaw Ave

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59 Vroom St

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540 Mercer St

The Agnes Co-Living

503 M.L.K. Drive, Unit 503 M.L.King Drive. Unit

334B Stegman Pkwy

38 Fisk St
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784 Ocean Ave

Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park

422 West Side Ave

124 Storms Ave

22 Liberty Ave

Resurrection House

218-220 Duncan Ave

30 Kensington Ave
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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

The Brevard Apartments
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150 Belmont

2048 John F Kennedy Blvd

196 Clinton Ave

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

61 Corbin Ave

The Garrison Apartments

Gold Star Realty

106 Glenwood Ave
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2500 John F Kennedy Blvd

Glenwood Hill

246 Summit Avenue

354-358 Bergen Ave

88-90 Kensington Ave

304 Ege Ave

17-19 Van Reypen St

102 Corbin Ave
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321-323 Fairmount Ave

166 Summit Ave

317-319 Fairmount Ave

The Hampshire House
West Bergen, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bergen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bergen Studio Apartments | $2,559 | $1,000 | $3,492 |
| West Bergen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $900 | $4,757 |
| West Bergen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,998 | $1,400 | $8,217 |
| West Bergen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,286 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| West Bergen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $2,075 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Bergen Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available West Bergen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Bergen area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park priced from $1,595. The Sophia Tudor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable West Bergen 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 |
| The Sophia Tudor Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Hummingbird Heights 320 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bergen, NJ
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Bergen area is the $0.65 price per square foot 540 Mercer St Model at 540 Mercer St in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value West Bergen apartment is the 59 Vroom St Model at 59 Vroom St starting at $1,200 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Bergen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 540 Mercer St | 540 Mercer St | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 59 Vroom St | 59 Vroom St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
| 688 Communipaw Ave | 688 Communipaw Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.67 |
| 23 Williams Ave, Unit 2 | 23 Williams Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 818 Communipaw Ave, Unit 1 | 818 Communipaw Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 364 Woodlawn Ave, Unit 2 | 364 Woodlawn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 722 Westside Ave, Unit 2 | 722 Westside Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 267 Forrest St, Unit 1 | 267 Forrest St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 152 Van Horne St, Unit 3 | 152 Van Horne St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 500 W Side Ave, Unit a | 500 W Side Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Bergen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Bergen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Bergen is at Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bergen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bergen Apartment is $1,700 at Hummingbird Heights 320.
What is the most affordable West Bergen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Bergen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Glenwood Arms and starts from $2,500.
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