
Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,600 (6 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Historic Downtown Jersey City area of Jersey City.


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Historic Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Historic Downtown Jersey City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,514 | $1,800 | $5,800 |
Historic Downtown Jersey City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,740 | $2,900 | $7,500 |
Historic Downtown Jersey City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 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. 295J has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,326. Here are the most affordable Historic Downtown Jersey City apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,730 |
295J | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,326 |
134 Baldwin Ave | Third Floor Alcove STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ
As of May 01, 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 LINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom Model at Hamilton Park by Newport starting at $4,029 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Pavonia 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. |
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344 Communipaw Ave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.88 |
Hamilton Park by Newport | LINCOLN HOUSE - 2 Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.63 |
28 Center St, Unit 1 | 28 Center St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
351 Marin | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
177 YORK St, Unit 2 | 177 YORK St | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
298 Newark Ave, Unit 2 | 298 Newark Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Bay Grove Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
19 Rock | Top Floor Corner One Bedroom NYC Views | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.43 |
523 Jersey Ave, Unit 2 | 523 Jersey Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
134 Baldwin Ave | Third Floor Alcove STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Downtown Jersey City
What type of rentals are currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
There are currently 695 Apartments for Rent in Historic Downtown Jersey City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,755 to $18,496. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranging from $1,650 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Historic Downtown Jersey City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Historic Downtown Jersey City ranges from $1,650 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,520.
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