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$2,500 / Month

138 Chestnut Ave

Jersey City, NJ 07306

917-355-1329

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

600 sq ft
Available

Available Jul 29

Highlights

Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
Wood Flooring
Terrace
Living Room
Dining Room
Washer and Dryer

138 Chestnut Ave

About This Home

Available Jul 29

Charming One-Bedroom Rental in Journal Square's Sought-After Hilltop (Island Section) Discover the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and urban convenience in this inviting one-bedroom apartment located in the highly desirable Hilltop/Island Section of Journal Square. Known for its tree-lined streets and quieter residential setting, this neighborhood offers a peaceful retreat while remaining just minutes from the Journal Square PATH Station, providing an easy commute to Downtown Jersey City, Hoboken, and Manhattan. This bright and welcoming home features modern finishes, a comfortable layout, and everything you need for easy everyday living. The Hilltop neighborhood is one of Jersey City's fastest-growing destinations, with an exciting mix of new cafÃ©s, restaurants, breweries, specialty markets, fitness studios, and local boutiques opening throughout the area. Residents enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping, parks, and everyday essentials, all while living in a community that continues to flourish and attract new investment. Whether you're commuting to New York City or looking to enjoy one of Jersey City's most exciting and evolving neighborhoods, this apartment offers an outstanding opportunity to experience the best of Journal Square living. MLS ID 260014819

138 Chestnut Ave is a house located in Hudson County and the 07306 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.

* 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.

Home Details

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Main Level Bedroom 1 Full Bathroom

Home Design

Split Level Home Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring Living Room Dining Room 600 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Gas Oven or Range

Laundry

Washer and Dryer

Listing and Financial Details

Legal Lot and Block 00003 / 09705

Location

Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop

Outdoor Features

Terrace

Utilities

Window Unit Cooling System

Community Details

Pet Policy

Pets Allowed

Contact

Listed by MARK TROMPETER | Serhant New Jersey LLC
Phone Number
Contact
Source

Hudson County Multiple Listing Service

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Neighborhood

Located about two miles from Historic Downtown Jersey City and ten miles from Manhattan, Journal Square is a centrally-located commercial and residential neighborhood that keeps on growing. Access to major highways and the PATH train as well as lower rent prices continue to attract residents from Manhattan and Brooklyn. Apartments in Journal Square are found in great pre-war buildings, walk-ups, and private houses.

If you choose to rent in Journal Square, you will have the chance to catch a performance at the Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theatre, take Fido to run around at Hamilton Park, peruse the shops at Newport Centre, and visit Liberty State Park to savor waterfront views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island.

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Amenities

Oven

Hardwood Floors

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Hudson Co. Comm. College	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Saint Peter's College	Drive:	2 min	1.1 mi
New Jersey City University	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi
Stevens Inst. of Technology	Drive:	10 min	3.0 mi

138 Chestnut Ave is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Hudson Co. Comm. College. It is also near Saint Peter's College and Stevens Inst. of Technology.

Schools

Dr. Michael Conti School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

651 Students

Attendance Zone

St Joseph Elementary School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

173 Students

Nearby

Hudson Catholic Regional High School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

512 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Jersey City include Harsimus Cove, located 1.4 miles from 138 Chestnut Ave. 138 Chestnut Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 9.4 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 13.3 miles or 29 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Harsimus Cove	Drive:	5 min	1.4 mi
Pavonia Newport	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Jersey Avenue	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Marin Boulevard	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
2Nd Street	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Journal Square	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Grove Street	Drive:	2 min	1.1 mi
Exchange Place	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Pavonia/Newport	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Hoboken	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Newark Liberty International	Drive:	13 min	9.4 mi
LaGuardia	Drive:	29 min	13.3 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

50 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 138 Chestnut Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
2819-2827 John F. Kennedy Blvd	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Old Colony Square Center	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Newport Centre	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi

138 Chestnut Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Liberty Landing Marina	Drive:	6 min	2.3 mi
Liberty Science Center	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi
Ellis Island National Monument	Drive:	11 min	3.2 mi
Hudson River Park	Drive:	12 min	4.1 mi
Castle Clinton National Monument	Drive:	11 min	4.5 mi

138 Chestnut Ave has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Liberty Landing Marina, Liberty Science Center, and Ellis Island National Monument.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Jersey City Medical Center	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Hoboken University Medical Center	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi

138 Chestnut Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital which is 0.5 mile away and a 10 minute walk.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Governors Island Support Center	Drive:	13 min	5.5 mi
Military Ocean Terminal	Drive:	11 min	6.7 mi
Naval Station NY Stapleton Site	Drive:	31 min	15.6 mi

138 Chestnut Ave has 3 military bases within 15.6 miles, the nearest is Governors Island Support Center which is 5.5 miles away and a 13 minute drive.