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A riverfront city on the rise between Newark and New York

Up-and-Coming Urban Walkable Mass Transit Restaurants Shopping

Nestled on the Bergen Neck peninsula on the west side of the Hudson River, Jersey City has long prospered as an idyllic city for commuters — especially those who wish to be close to Manhattan without paying Manhattan’s upscale rates. Commonly known as the “Sixth Borough,” Jersey City is a thriving community offering residents both modern conveniences and major attractions.

Journal Square is the center of Jersey City, serving as the central business district and transportation hub for PATH Rapid Transit. It’s also home to retailers, restaurants, and luxury apartments. Closer to the river you’ll find trendy neighborhoods like Historic Downtown and Powerhouse Arts District. These bustling neighborhoods are home to an array of gourmet restaurants, bars, art galleries, music lounges, and the Newport Centre Mall.

Residents enjoy sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline from the east side of Jersey City. And from Liberty State Park, locals get a picture-perfect view of the Statue of Liberty. There’s also a footbridge that leads to Ellis Island if you’re feeling up for a little adventure! Due to Jersey City’s excellent public transit, navigating this city and the Greater New York Area is a breeze.

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$800 apartments for rent in jersey city

Jersey City skyscrapers

$800 apartments for rent in jersey city

The scenic Jersey City Riverwalk

$800 apartments for rent in jersey city

Jersey City's 911 Memorial on the waterfront

$800 apartments for rent in jersey city

View from Liberty State Park

As of September 2022, the average apartment rent in Jersey City, NJ is $2,447 for a studio, $2,929 for one bedroom, $3,864 for two bedrooms, and $4,572 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jersey City has increased by 10.3% in the past year.

BedsAvg. Sq. Ft.Avg. Rent
Studio 509 sq.ft. $2,447 /mo.
1 BR 699 sq.ft. $2,929 /mo.
2 BR 1,014 sq.ft. $3,864 /mo.
3 BR 1,362 sq.ft. $4,572 /mo.

Very Walkable

88 out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Excellent Transit

72 out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Bikeable

66 out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Demographics

StatisticValue
Per Capita Income $66,104
Median Household Income $77,932
Total Population 11,699,353 people
Average Age 40 years old
Average Rent $1,859 per month

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Parks and Recreation

  • Liberty Science Center
  • Liberty Landing Marina
  • Ellis Island National Monument
  • Statue of Liberty
  • Castle Clinton National Monument

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • La Guardia

Living in Jersey City

Parks

Jersey City is home to more than 60 parks with facilities ranging from city pools to ball fields to tennis courts. If you are moving to Jersey City with a pet, Jersey City offers five dog parks, so be sure to choose your rental within pet-walking distance of Lincoln Park Dog Run, Van Vorst Park Dog Run, Hamilton Park Dog Runs, Sgt. Anthony Dog Park, and Newport Dog Run.

Of course, the most famous of all Jersey City parks is Liberty State Park. This park provides ferry service to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and is home to the Liberty Science Center, the Interpretive Center, the Liberty Landing Marina, picnic pavilions, fishing and crabbing areas, and a boat launch.

History

In the 1630s, New Amsterdam was the new frontier. The area that is now New Jersey attracted fur trappers, farmers, and Dutch investors. It didn't take long for the Jersey City area to become a transportation hub, and in 1838 Jersey City became a separate municipality, home to railroad terminals, ports, and factories. Today, so many businesses and financial companies have moved to Jersey City that it has earned the nickname, "Wall Street West."

Restaurants

Being so close to Manhattan, Jersey City is close to some of the world's top restaurants. But you don't have to head out of the neighborhood -- just stroll up the block! Jersey City's food scene ranges from fine dining to taverns to pizza joints, and they are all fantastic. After choosing your New Jersey rental, find your favorite new hotspot at one of these top locations: Liberty House Restaurant, Lighthorse Tavern, Stage Door Deli, Skinner's Loft, or Razza.

Cost

While rentals in Jersey City are a little less than Manhattan, the rents are still up there -- ranging from $2,500 to well over $8,000 per month. But considering the location, the nightlife, the restaurants, the businesses, and the museums -- and the fact that you won't need a car to get around -- you'll discover it's well worth it.

Transportation

Jersey City is a hub of transportation options. The Journal Square area is the motherboard of mass transit. Journal Square has trains that take passengers to 33rd St in New York, Newark, and other major cities. There are buses that can take passengers to the far reaches of Northern Jersey. If mass transit is not a preferred method, there are taxis lined up outside of the train station prepared to take city goers to their desired destinations.

Shopping

Once you've chosen your Jersey City rental, you won't have to go far to find places to shop. Filled with corner markets and locally-owned shops, Jersey City has just about everything. And when you want a mall to explore, Jersey City provides plenty of those, too! Be sure to explore Newport Centre, Hudson Mall, and Newport Plaza to discover stores from Coach to Zumiez.

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