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36 Journal Sq,
Jersey City, NJ 07306
$3,175 - $7,100
Studio - 3 Beds
Esjay
104 Bright St,
Jersey City,
NJ
07302
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Roof Terrace
- Elevator
- Grill
About Esjay
Experience Jersey City living at Esjay. The 104 Bright St location in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City has much to offer its residents. From amenities to availability, the leasing staff is ready to help you find your ideal place. It's time to find your new home. Contact or stop by the Esjay leasing office to see available floor plans.
Esjay is an apartment community located in Hudson County and the 07302 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Jersey City Public School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Elevator
Roof Terrace
Grill
- Package Service
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Roof Terrace
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Disposal
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
104 Bright St,
Jersey City,
NJ
07302
With its historic brownstones, neighboring Manhattan, easy access to mass transit, and spectacular parks (this is the Garden City, after all), Downtown Jersey City is a highly sought-after destination for those looking for New York City area apartments. Imagine viewing the Manhattan skyline from the river … walking through a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood filled with shops and restaurants … massive skyscrapers … historic architecture … it's no wonder Jersey City is such a popular (and expensive!) destination. It is also one of the country's largest downtown business districts, earning it the nickname "Wall Street West."
Downtown Jersey City is home to some fantastic events, including the Historic Downtown Farmers Market and the Best of Downtown Jersey City Food Tour. The Grove Street area is considered one of the trendiest in the region, offering up award-winning restaurants, chic nightclubs, and unique shops.
Learn more about living in Downtown Jersey City
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Jersey City | Jersey City, NJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,197 | $2,718 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,762 | $3,192 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $5,153 | $4,287 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,829 | $5,063 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
Esjay is within 4 minutes or 1.5 miles from Saint Peter's College. It is also near Hudson Co. Comm. College and Boro. of Manhattan Comm. Coll..
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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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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 Jersey Avenue, located 0.3 mile from Esjay. Esjay is near Newark Liberty International, located 9.0 miles or 13 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 13.7 miles or 31 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 13 min | 9.0 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 31 min | 13.7 mi |
Walkability Near Esjay
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
70
/ 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
Busy
Soundscore™
65
/ 100
Traffic
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BusyScores provided by
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 Esjay.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
Esjay has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 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: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Liberty Landing Marina
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Ellis Island National Monument
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.2 mi |
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Statue of Liberty
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.2 mi |
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Castle Clinton National Monument
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.9 mi |
Esjay has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Ellis Island National Monument.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
Esjay has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Jersey City Medical Center which is 0.2 mile away and a 3 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.4 mi |
Esjay is 5.8 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.
104 Bright St
Jersey City, NJ 07302