$2,175 / Month

120 Nelson Ave Unit 1

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Jersey City, NJ 07307

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    1,000 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Jan 1, 2026

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Yard
  • Basement
  • Smoke Free
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1
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About This Home

12 Month Lease, $1,750 deposit, Available Jan 1, 2026

Please contact me Saturday night or Sunday morning to schedule a viewing Sunday morning or early afternoon. Phone interview is required before I show the apartment, to make sure the apartment in this two family house is a good fit for everyone. *PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTACTING OWNER* Safest neighborhood in Jersey City (Heights/Western Slope) 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, high ceilings, living room and dining room w/ hard wood floors, eat in kitchen and new appliances, including dishwasher, extra storage in hall closet and washer/dryer in basement. One block walk to transportation to New York City and Journal Square. 20 min walk to light rail station/Hoboken. Backyard garden can be restored with a little work. Contact me ASAP if interested. Phone interview required before I give a tour. I don't want to waste my time or your time, if the apartment is not the right fit. Apartment can be available immediately for the right tenant. Note that the apartment is in a 2 family house. I am looking for a tenant to complement the other apartment's residents. Rent is based on 1-2 person occupancy.

120 Nelson Ave is an apartment community located in Hudson County and the 07307 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Indoor Features

  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Family Room
  • Basement
  • Crown Molding
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • 2 units

Contact

  • Contact
Neighborhood

Overlooking the New Jersey Palisades on the north end of Jersey City, the neighborhood known as the Heights offers breathtaking views of the New York City skyline. Mainly known as a residential area, this thriving historic community is home to a diverse population. Like much of Jersey City, there’s an eclectic mix of rentals available. Towering condos with incredible amenities meet traditional brownstones and understated apartment communities.

Residents enjoy a multitude of convenient shopping, dining, and entertainment options within a few blocks of anywhere in the neighborhood. Savor the unique fare of Central Avenue's 250 storefronts and restaurants. Explore the art of the Heights, from the public art found throughout the city to the galleries to the cultural fairs.

Just south of the Heights, Jersey City’s popular Journal Square district offers an even wider array of specialty eats, from regional Indian bistros to Filipino bakeries.

Learn more about living in The Heights 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 9 min 2.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 15 min 4.8 mi
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 is within 9 minutes or 2.5 miles from Stevens Inst. of Technology. It is also near Hudson Co. Comm. College and Saint Peter's College.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Jersey City include 2Nd Street, located 1.4 miles from 120 Nelson Ave Unit 1. 120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 is near Newark Liberty International, located 11.3 miles or 15 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 13.5 miles or 31 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.4 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.5 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Newark Liberty International
Drive: 15 min 11.3 mi
LaGuardia
Drive: 31 min 13.5 mi
Very Walkable
89
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
63
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
52
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 120 Nelson Ave Unit 1.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 2.9 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Laurel Hill Park
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
Chelsea Recreation Center
Drive: 15 min 4.9 mi
Chelsea Park
Drive: 17 min 5.2 mi
The High Line
Drive: 16 min 5.2 mi
Hudson River Park
Drive: 16 min 6.0 mi
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 has 5 parks within 6.0 miles, including Laurel Hill Park, Chelsea Park, and Chelsea Recreation Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital which is 1.9 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 17 min 7.4 mi
Drive: 16 min 9.0 mi
120 Nelson Ave Unit 1 is 7.4 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Family Room
  • Basement
  • Crown Molding
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Storage Space
  • Porch
  • Yard
  • Garden
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