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property at 66 Tuers Ave

66 Tuers Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 10 Sherman Pl

10 Sherman Pl

Jersey CityNJ07307

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property at 118 Corbin Ave

118 Corbin Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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Resurrection House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Resurrection House

69 Storms AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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191 Wegman Pkwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Wegman Pkwy

191 Wegman PkwyJersey City, NJ 07305
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184 Seaview Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

184 Seaview Ave

184 Seaview AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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218-220 Duncan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

218-220 Duncan Ave

218-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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30 Kensington Ave
Studio Apartments

30 Kensington Ave

30 Kensington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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170 Academy St
Studio Apartments

170 Academy St

170 Academy StJersey City, NJ 07306
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100 Beacon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 Beacon Ave

100 Beacon AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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305 Fairmount Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

305 Fairmount Ave

305 Fairmount AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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574 Bergen Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

574 Bergen Ave

574 Bergen AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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OVM Affordable
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

OVM Affordable

683-689 Ocean AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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80 Lexington Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

80 Lexington Ave

80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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31-33 High St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

31-33 High St

31-33 High StJersey City, NJ 07306
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162 Webster Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

162 Webster Ave

162 Webster AveJersey City, NJ 07307
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The Brevard Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brevard Apartments

37 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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57 Sip Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

57 Sip Ave

57 Sip AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Jersey City, NJ

Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Jersey City, NJ area range in price from $1,060 to $30,000 with an overall median price of $5,960. The three Jersey City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Side Hudson at $1,060, Hackensack River Waterfront at $1,780, and Marion at $1,060. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Jersey City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Side Hudson$2,750$1,06065
Hackensack River Waterfront$3,000$1,78097
Marion$4,000$1,060259
Journal Square$4,408$1,200204
The Heights$4,596$1,500263
Washington Village$4,814$1,500311
700 Grove$5,495$1,500410
Historic Downtown Jersey City$5,520$1,755131
Little India$5,525$1,200340
Bergen Lafayette$6,000$1,060248

Cheapest Available Jersey City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jersey City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Agnes Co-Living in the Marion neighborhood priced from $1,350. The Sophia Tudor Apartments in the Journal Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jersey City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Agnes Co-LivingPrivate Room with Shared Bath D1BR,1BA$1,350
The Sophia Tudor Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,600
166 Summit Ave1 bdrm1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jersey City, NJ

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jersey City area is the $0.25 price per square foot 350 Arlington Ave Model at 350 Arlington Ave in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Jersey City apartment is the 86 Prospect St Model at 86 Prospect St, Unit #1 starting at $3,750 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the The Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jersey City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
350 Arlington Ave350 Arlington Ave1BR,1.5BA$0.25
86 Prospect St, Unit #186 Prospect St4BR,2BA$0.38
346 Arlington Ave, Unit 346 Arlington Ave346 Arlington Ave5BR,5BA$0.60
37 Wall Street$4.25/sq.ft. - 17QStudio ,1BA$1.00
59 Vroom St59 Vroom StStudio ,1BA$0.67
688 Communipaw Ave688 Communipaw AveStudio ,1BA$0.71
205 Wilkinson Ave, Unit #1205 Wilkinson Ave3BR,1BA$1.65
197 Myrtle Ave, Unit 2197 Myrtle Ave3BR,1BA$1.75
4 Bayview Ave, Unit Bayview 1st Floor4 Bayview Ave2BR,1BA$1.57
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.85

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Jersey City Overview

The second most populated municipality in the entire Garden State, Jersey City is an ever-growing and dynamic city center of the east coast. Home to almost 250,000 people, this epicenter has much to boast about, including an impressive infrastructure, solid economic base, and amenities galore.

Why live in Jersey City, NJ?

Stocked with job opportunities, area schools, and plenty of growing development, Jersey City rentals are among some of the most popular homesteads in the entire Garden State. Offering close proximity to the hub of the Big Apple, as well as an enormous assortment of cultural and recreational hotspots, Jersey City apartments are a fantastic way to get to know the east coast.

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Getting Around Jersey City, NJ

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

72 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jersey City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Jersey City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jersey City is under $1,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jersey City?

The cheapest apartment in Jersey City is The Agnes Co-Living which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Jersey City costs $5,960.

Expert Rental Resources

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.