
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Journal Square Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $400 (45 Rentals)
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821 Bergen Ave

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851 Bergen Ave

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2801 John F Kennedy Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Journal Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Journal Square Studio Apartments | $2,686 | $1,200 | $4,034 |
Journal Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,190 | $5,314 |
Journal Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,676 | $1,950 | $8,485 |
Journal Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,549 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Journal Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Journal Square area of Jersey City, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Sophia Tudor Apartments priced from $1,600. Furnished Micro Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Journal Square apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Sophia Tudor Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Furnished Micro Studios | Studio - Front | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,730 |
45-47 Newkirk St | 03 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Moxie @ JSQ | K Layout | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
The Beacon Jersey City | C-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,920 |
25 Senate Place | Studio + Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Kennedy Lofts | F | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Journal Square, NJ
As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Journal Square area is the $0.60 price per square foot 544 Mercer St Model at 544 Mercer St, Unit 1 in the in the Journal Square neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Journal Square apartment is the 103 Jefferson Ave Model at 103 Jefferson Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Journal Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Journal Square apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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544 Mercer St, Unit 1 | 544 Mercer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
103 Jefferson Ave, Unit 2 | 103 Jefferson Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
110 Glenwood Hill | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
80 Tuers Ave, Unit Top Floor | 80 Tuers Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
872 Bergen Ave | 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
381 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2 | 381 Baldwin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.15 |
2685-Highland Arms Realty, LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Kennedy Lofts | F | Studio ,1BA | $3.09 |
45-47 Newkirk St | 03 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
The Sophia Tudor Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJournal Square, Jersey City, NJ
Ranked #13
Among neighborhoods in Jersey City, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ
William L Dickinson High School
Mahatma K. Gandhi School
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Best Local Schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ
William L Dickinson High School
Mahatma K. Gandhi School
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Journal Square Neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 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 Journal Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Journal Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Journal Square is at The Sophia Tudor Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Journal Square Apartment is $1,800 at 45-47 Newkirk St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Journal Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Journal Square is starting from $2,149 at 872 Bergen Ave.
What is the most affordable Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Journal Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2684-Highland Arms Realty and starts from $2,400.
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