New York/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 24, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Journal Square, Jersey City 64 Newkirk St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Journal Square are hovering around $1,450, compared to a $1,489 one-bedroom median for Jersey City as a whole.

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

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is a "walker's paradise," has some bike infrastructure and is a haven for transit riders.

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

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64 Newkirk St.

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Listed at $1,195/month, this 500-square-foot studio apartment, located at 64 Newkirk St., is 17.6% less than the $1,450/month median rent for a studio in Journal Square.

The apartment features a dishwasher, granite countertops, hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances and central heating. This listing is cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

20 Tonnele Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 20 Tonnele Ave., is listed for $1,250/month.

The residence has central heating and hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are not welcome. The listing specifies a $50 application fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

48 Vroom St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 48 Vroom St., which is going for $1,325/month.

The building features on-site laundry. In the unit, the listing promises stainless steel appliances and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

(See the full listing here.)

67 Stuyvesant Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 550-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 67 Stuyvesant Ave., listed at $1,350/month.

The apartment includes granite countertops, hardwood flooring and central heating. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the listing here.)

129 Magnolia Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

And finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 129 Magnolia Ave., which is going for $1,430/month.

The building offers garage parking and on-site laundry. The apartment also includes hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(Check out the listing here.)


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