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36 Journal Sq,
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717 Ocean Ave
717 Ocean Ave,
Jersey City,
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07305
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About 717 Ocean Ave Jersey City, NJ 07305
Find your new apartment at 717 Ocean Ave in Jersey City, NJ. In a convenient location on Ocean Ave in Jersey City's 07305 area, you can easily connect with a number of entertainment options found in the surrounding area. Be sure to come for a visit to check out the current floorplan options. From amenities to availability, the professional leasing staff is ready to help you find your perfect apartment. Visit 717 Ocean Ave today.
717 Ocean Ave is an apartment community located in Hudson County and the 07305 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.
717 Ocean Ave,
Jersey City,
NJ
07305
The Bergen-Lafayette community, lying just southwest of the downtown area in Jersey City, represents many separate neighborhoods, including the Communipaw Junction and the Bergen Section. The residents of the community benefit from a close proximity not only with various other neighborhoods and cultural atmospheres, but also with the Liberty State Park, Science Center, and Liberty National Golf Course.. Bergen-Lafayette sits just 1.5 miles from the heart of the city.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Bergen-Lafayette | Jersey City, NJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,513 | $2,774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,615 | $3,281 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,170 | $4,404 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,063 | $5,348 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 7.7 mi |
717 Ocean Ave is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from New Jersey City University. It is also near Saint Peter's College and Hudson Co. Comm. College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
422 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
425 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
272 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
849 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
942 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
179 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
2 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Jersey City include Martin Luther King Drive, located 0.2 mile from 717 Ocean Ave. 717 Ocean Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 7.9 miles or 11 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 16.6 miles or 34 minutes away.
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.9 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 34 min | 16.6 mi |
Walkability Near 717 Ocean Ave Jersey City, NJ 07305
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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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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 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 717 Ocean Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
717 Ocean Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Liberty Science Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Liberty Landing Marina
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Ellis Island National Monument
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Drive: | 11 min | 3.1 mi |
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Statue of Liberty
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Drive: | 11 min | 3.1 mi |
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Stephen Gregg Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
717 Ocean Ave has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Ellis Island National Monument.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.5 mi |
717 Ocean Ave has 3 hospitals within 5.5 miles, the nearest is Jersey City Medical Center which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 12.8 mi |
717 Ocean Ave has 3 military bases within 12.8 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 5.3 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
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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.
717 Ocean Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07305