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The most affordable apartments for rent in Journal Square, Jersey City

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Published on March 05, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Journal Square, Jersey City129 Magnolia Ave. | Photo: Zumper

Journal Square is extremely walkable, is fairly bikeable and has excellent transit, according to Walk Score's rating system.

So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Journal Square look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings in Journal Square via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Jersey City neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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64 Tuers Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,200/month, this one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom rental, located at 64 Tuers Ave., is 18.6% less than the $1,475/month median rent for a one bedroom in Journal Square.

Expect to find air conditioning and hardwood flooring in the unit. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

(See the complete listing here.)

18 Wright Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 650-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 18 Wright Ave., listed at $1,360/month.

In the unit, anticipate central heating and hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

190 Academy St.

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Check out this 220-square-foot studio apartment at 190 Academy St., listed at $1,395/month.

Building amenities include a gym, on-site laundry and a roof deck. In the unit, which comes furnished, you're promised air conditioning. Cats and dogs are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(Here's the listing.)

129 Magnolia Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 129 Magnolia Ave., is listed for $1,400/month.

Expect to see hardwood flooring, air conditioning and a dishwasher in the unit. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Building amenities include on-site laundry. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the listing here.)

20 Tonnele Ave.

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And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom space at 20 Tonnele Ave., which is going for $1,450/month.

Look for central heating and hardwood floors in the residence. Building amenities include on-site laundry. Pets are not allowed. Be prepared for a $50 application fee.

(Check out the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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