$2,400
/ Month
197 Academy St
Jersey City, NJ 07306
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — |
About This Property
(201) 598-0298 - Beautiful and Elegant, new construction. just blocks from Journal Square. also close to Lincoln Tunnel, Holland tunnel, Downtown Jersey City, Hoboken. The unit features hardwood floors, SS appliances,central ac, washer and dryer in unit. Superior security system. Granite counter-tops. on site parking for selected units. This unit is ready to move in, right in the heart of journal square. For more info just call or text juscimar at 201-598-0298. credit and background check is required. 650 credit score income equal or higher of three times of the rent half month brokers fee applies. Premier Brokers RE llc. 6600 blvd east west new york nj 07093. (RLNE3011272) Other Amenities - Parking. Appliances - Dishwasher, Air Conditioning, Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer, Microwave. Lease lengths - 12 Months. Details regarding this property's Utilities - Resident Pays Heat, Resident Pays Electricity, Resident Pays Gas. Pet policies - Small Dogs Allowed, Cats Allowed.
197 Academy St is a condo located in Hudson County and the 07306 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.
Condo Features
- Air Conditioning
197 Academy St,
Jersey City,
NJ
07306
Signs reading "The Heart of Jersey City: McGinley Square" line the streets of this bustling neighborhood. The up-and-coming area of Jersey City houses small businesses, diverse eateries, and large franchises alike. The streets buzz with commuters on their way to work, students heading to class, and locals running daily errands.
Saint Peter's College allots for much of historic McGinley Square. An active redevelopment plan and local organizations aim to make the neighborhood a highly desirable place to live by upgrading older buildings and bringing in new businesses, condos, and entertainment centers.
Locals can enjoy proximity to New York City and Downtown Jersey City while enjoying a more affordable cost of living. Unique shops, diverse cuisine, and a host of dynamic recreational parks await you in this thriving community.
Learn more about living in McGinley SquareBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 509 Sq Ft | $1,000 | $1,970 | $2,325 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 680-683 Sq Ft | $1,480 | $2,623 | $20,000 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 973-981 Sq Ft | $1,725 | $3,489 | $10,000 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1276-1278 Sq Ft | $2,100 | $3,884 | $15,050 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1419 Sq Ft | $2,600 | $3,588 | $4,500 |
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.7 mi |
197 Academy St is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Hudson Co. Comm. College. It is also near Saint Peter's College and New Jersey City University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
776 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,348 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,024 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
173 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
332 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
512 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Jersey City include Martin Luther King Drive, located 1.6 miles from 197 Academy St. 197 Academy St is near Newark Liberty International, located 9.2 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 14.0 miles or 31 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 13 min | 9.2 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 31 min | 14.0 mi |
Walkability Near 197 Academy St Jersey City, NJ 07306
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 197 Academy St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
197 Academy St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Liberty Science Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Liberty Landing Marina
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi |
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Ellis Island National Monument
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Drive: | 11 min | 3.4 mi |
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Laurel Hill Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi |
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Hudson River Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
197 Academy St has 5 parks within 4.8 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Ellis Island National Monument.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
197 Academy St has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 14.0 mi |
197 Academy St has 3 military bases within 14.0 miles, the nearest is Governors Island Support Center which is 6.1 miles away and a 14 minute drive.
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197 Academy St
Jersey City, NJ 07306