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36 Journal Sq,
Jersey City, NJ 07306
$3,265 - $6,195
Studio - 3 Beds
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments
2685 John F Kennedy Blvd,
Jersey City,
NJ
07306
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Bedrooms
1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
650 sq ft
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments
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Experience modern living in the heart of Jersey City. 2685 Kennedy Blvd offers beautifully renovated units featuring updated kitchens, sleek finishes, and spacious layouts. Ideally located just minutes from the Journal Square PATH station, this building provides unbeatable access to Manhattan and all of North Jersey. Heat and hot water are included for your convenience. Enjoy the ease of city living with nearby shopping, dining, and transit—all at your doorstep. To arrange for a viewing please contact option 1. 2685 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City NJ If you would like to see our other available apartment locations, please visit us at The images are typical of the building and represent the standard apartment design, fixtures and finishes. We advise you to contact the building superintendent to view the apartment.
About 2685 - Highland Arms Apartments
Experience modern living in the heart of Jersey City. 2685 Kennedy Blvd offers beautifully renovated units featuring updated kitchens, sleek finishes, and spacious layouts. Ideally located just minutes from the Journal Square PATH station, this building provides unbeatable access to Manhattan and all of North Jersey. Heat and hot water are included for your convenience. Enjoy the ease of city living with nearby shopping, dining, and transit—all at your doorstep. To arrange for a viewing please contact option 1. 2685 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City NJ If you would like to see our other available apartment locations, please visit us at The images are typical of the building and represent the standard apartment design, fixtures and finishes. We advise you to contact the building superintendent to view the apartment.
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments is an apartment community located in Hudson County and the 07306 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- heat (as required by law)
- water (cold)
- water (hot)
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
Smoke Free
Range
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Range
- Refrigerator
2685 John F Kennedy Blvd,
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 Square
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| McGinley Square | Jersey City, NJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,981 | $2,726 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,988 | $3,240 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,628 | $4,353 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,705 | $5,143 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.1 mi |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments is within 2 minutes or 0.1 mile from Saint Peter's College. It is also near Hudson Co. Comm. College and New Jersey City University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
1,001 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,024 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
332 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
183 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
512 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Jersey City include West Side Avenue, located 1.5 miles from 2685 - Highland Arms Apartments. 2685 - Highland Arms Apartments is near Newark Liberty International, located 7.6 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 14.3 miles or 32 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.6 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 32 min | 14.3 mi |
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
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
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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 2685 - Highland Arms Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 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: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Liberty Landing Marina
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Ellis Island National Monument
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Drive: | 12 min | 3.7 mi |
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Statue of Liberty
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Drive: | 12 min | 3.7 mi |
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Laurel Hill Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.8 mi |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Laurel Hill Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.8 mi |
2685 - Highland Arms Apartments is 6.5 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
2685 John F Kennedy Blvd
Jersey City, NJ 07306