The Journal
36 Journal Sq,
Jersey City, NJ 07306
$3,260 - $7,100
Studio - 3 Beds
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551 Central Ave
551 Central Ave,
Jersey City,
NJ
07307
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About 551 Central Ave Jersey City, NJ 07307
At 551 Central Ave, you've discovered your new place. With a location on Central Ave in Jersey City's 07307 Zip code, residents can easily connect with a number of points of interest. Be sure to check out the apartment floorplan options. From pricing to features, the leasing team is ready and waiting to help you find your perfect place. At 551 Central Ave you'll feel right at home. Stop by the community today.
551 Central Ave is an apartment community located in Hudson County and the 07307 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.
551 Central Ave,
Jersey City,
NJ
07307
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.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| The Heights | Jersey City, NJ | |
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| Studio | $2,471 | $2,723 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,598 | $3,212 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,949 | $4,307 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,147 | $5,117 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 4.5 mi |
551 Central Ave is within 8 minutes or 2.2 miles from Stevens Inst. of Technology. It is also near Hudson Co. Comm. College and Saint Peter's College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Grades PK-12
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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 2Nd Street, located 1.2 miles from 551 Central Ave. 551 Central Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 11.3 miles or 15 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 13.1 miles or 30 minutes away.
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Walk: | 23 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 15 min | 11.3 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 30 min | 13.1 mi |
Walkability Near 551 Central Ave Jersey City, NJ 07307
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.
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 551 Central Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
551 Central Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.6 miles, which is about a 6-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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Laurel Hill Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Chelsea Recreation Center
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Drive: | 14 min | 4.5 mi |
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Chelsea Park
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Drive: | 16 min | 4.8 mi |
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The High Line
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Drive: | 15 min | 4.9 mi |
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Hudson River Park
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Drive: | 15 min | 5.5 mi |
551 Central Ave has 5 parks within 5.5 miles, including Laurel Hill Park, Chelsea Park, and Chelsea Recreation Center.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
551 Central Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.7 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: | 16 min | 6.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 9.1 mi |
551 Central Ave is 6.9 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.