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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $800 (22 Rentals)
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535 Newark Ave, Unit Apt 2
535 Newark AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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from $1,730Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Magnolia Apartments
125-129 Magnolia AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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360 W Side Ave, Unit 2
360 W Side AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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Metropolis Towers Apartments
270-280 Luis Munoz Marin BlvdJersey City, NJ 07302
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Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown Jersey City Studio Apartments | $3,278 | $1,835 | $4,958 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,978 | $1,800 | $9,853 |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,922 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Historic Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,013 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Historic Downtown Jersey City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Magnolia Apartments priced from $1,730. 45-47 Newkirk St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,730 |
| 45-47 Newkirk St | unavailable | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 500 Manila | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,817 |
| 134 Baldwin Ave | Third Floor Alcove STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area is the $2.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 344 Communipaw Ave in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Historic Downtown Jersey City apartment is the 28 Center St Model at 28 Center St, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 344 Communipaw Ave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 28 Center St, Unit 1 | 28 Center St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 177 YORK St, Unit 2 | 177 YORK St | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 298 Newark Ave, Unit 2 | 298 Newark Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 110 Baldwin Ave, Unit 1 | 110 Baldwin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 450 GRAND St, Unit 3 | 450 GRAND St | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 535 Newark Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 535 Newark Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 45-47 Newkirk St | unavailable | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 500 Manila | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 360 W Side Ave, Unit 2 | 360 W Side Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Jersey City, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
James J Ferris High School
Jersey City Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1348)
2 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ
James J Ferris High School
Jersey City Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1348)
2 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
78 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Downtown Jersey City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Downtown Jersey City is under $2,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City is 45-47 Newkirk St which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City costs $5,815.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 630 regular apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
Cheap apartments in Historic Downtown Jersey City have an average cost of $516 which is $5,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Downtown Jersey City.
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