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36 Journal Sq,
Jersey City, NJ 07306
$3,260 - $7,100
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Capitol
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Capitol
59 Garrison Ave,
Jersey City,
NJ
07306
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About Capitol
Discover your new place at Capitol in Jersey City. The location of this community is in Jersey City on Garrison Ave. Be sure to check out the apartment floorplan options. From availability to location, the professional leasing staff is ready to help match you with your new apartment. Contact us or stop by today.
Capitol 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.
59 Garrison Ave,
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.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| McGinley Square | Jersey City, NJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,977 | $2,723 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,975 | $3,212 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,606 | $4,307 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,699 | $5,117 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.0 mi |
Capitol is within 6 minutes or 0.3 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
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
160 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Private High School
Grades 9-12
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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 1.8 miles from Capitol. Capitol is near Newark Liberty International, located 7.8 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 14.2 miles or 32 minutes away.
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.8 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 32 min | 14.2 mi |
Walkability Near Capitol
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
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 Capitol.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
Capitol has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 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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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Liberty Science Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi |
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Liberty Landing Marina
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
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Laurel Hill Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.7 mi |
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Ellis Island National Monument
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Drive: | 12 min | 3.9 mi |
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Hudson River Park
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Drive: | 14 min | 5.0 mi |
Capitol has 5 parks within 5.0 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Laurel Hill Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
Capitol has 3 hospitals within 3.1 miles, the nearest is CarePoint Health at Christ Hospital which is 1.5 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
Capitol is 6.4 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.
59 Garrison Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07306