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$2,950 / Month

491 Mercer St

Jersey City, NJ 07306

917-833-7322

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,200 sq ft
Available

Available Now

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491 Mercer St

About This Home

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Welcome home to this spacious 1,200+ sq. ft. duplex rental in Jersey City's highly sought-after Journal Square neighborhood! Offering the comfort and privacy of a home with the convenience of city living, this airy residence features 2 generously sized bedrooms, a versatile den/office, 2 full bathrooms, and a private 550 sq. ft. backyard with a large deck—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying your own outdoor oasis. The renovated kitchen and refinished hardwood floors blend seamlessly with the home's original character and charm. A beautiful living room fireplace with mantle adds warmth and sophistication to the space. Situated on a quiet, residential street, yet conveniently located approximately 10 minutes from the Journal Square PATH Station, providing easy access to Manhattan. Enjoy nearby restaurants, shopping, and neighborhood amenities, all within walking distance. A rare opportunity to enjoy spacious living, private outdoor space, and exceptional convenience in the heart of Jersey City! MLS ID 260014522

491 Mercer St is a house located in Hudson County and the 07306 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.

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Contact

Listed by ERIN DOWNS | COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
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Hudson County Multiple Listing Service

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Neighborhood

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.

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Amenities

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Saint Peter's College	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Hudson Co. Comm. College	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
New Jersey City University	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
Stevens Inst. of Technology	Drive:	11 min	3.9 mi

491 Mercer St is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Saint Peter's College. It is also near Hudson Co. Comm. College and New Jersey City University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Jersey City include Martin Luther King Drive, located 1.4 miles from 491 Mercer St. 491 Mercer St is near Newark Liberty International, located 9.0 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 14.1 miles or 31 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Martin Luther King Drive	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Garfield Avenue	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Jersey Avenue	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Liberty State Park	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Marin Boulevard	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Journal Square	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Grove Street	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Exchange Place	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Newport	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Hoboken	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Newark Liberty International	Drive:	13 min	9.0 mi
LaGuardia	Drive:	31 min	14.1 mi

Getting Around

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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Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 491 Mercer St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
2819-2827 John F. Kennedy Blvd	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Old Colony Square Center	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
741-743 Communipaw Ave	Drive:	2 min	1.2 mi

491 Mercer St has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Liberty Science Center	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi
Liberty Landing Marina	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi
Ellis Island National Monument	Drive:	11 min	3.3 mi
Statue of Liberty	Drive:	11 min	3.3 mi
Hudson River Park	Drive:	14 min	4.9 mi

491 Mercer St has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Ellis Island National Monument.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Jersey City Medical Center	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Hoboken University Medical Center	Drive:	8 min	3.0 mi

491 Mercer St has 3 hospitals within 3.0 miles, the nearest is Jersey City Medical Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Governors Island Support Center	Drive:	15 min	6.3 mi
Military Ocean Terminal	Drive:	11 min	6.4 mi
Naval Station NY Stapleton Site	Drive:	30 min	13.9 mi