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Rental Market Trends in Jersey City, NJ

What is the average rent in Jersey City, NJ?

$3,255/month

Average Rent

708 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Jersey City, NJ is $3,255 per month. This is 98% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/month, making Jersey City one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Jersey City, you can expect to pay about $2,735 per month for a studio, $3,255 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $4,367 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $5,174 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,735/month
481 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,255/month
708 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,367/month
1,005 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,174/month
1,306 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,366/month
348 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,624/month
403 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,951/month
502 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,442/month
1,592 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,011/month
613 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,633/month
886 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,235/month
1,582 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,556/month
468 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,055/month
787 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,016/month
1,046 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Jersey City, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $66 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
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2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Jersey City, NJ
Last Updated April 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Jersey City, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
5% $700 - $1,000/month
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
56% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey City?

Based on current rent prices, W Bergen-E Lincoln Park District, Bergen-Lafayette and McGinley Square are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
W Bergen-E Lincoln Park District
$2,007/month
579 Sq Ft
Bergen-Lafayette
$2,272/month
639 Sq Ft
McGinley Square
$2,395/month
619 Sq Ft
Hackensack River Waterfront
$2,427/month
629 Sq Ft
Greenville
$2,918/month
773 Sq Ft
West Side-Hudson
$3,294/month
712 Sq Ft
Journal Square
$3,481/month
681 Sq Ft
Liberty State Park
$3,607/month
814 Sq Ft
Downtown Jersey City
$3,775/month
717 Sq Ft
Historic Downtown Jersey City
$3,832/month
751 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey City?

Based on current rent prices, Newport, Paulus Hook and Exchange Place North are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Newport
$4,354/month
786 Sq Ft
Paulus Hook
$4,218/month
736 Sq Ft
Exchange Place North
$4,205/month
738 Sq Ft
The Waterfront
$4,137/month
736 Sq Ft
Jersey City Waterfront
$4,108/month
776 Sq Ft
SoHo West
$4,070/month
894 Sq Ft
The Heights
$3,855/month
772 Sq Ft
Historic Downtown Jersey City
$3,832/month
751 Sq Ft
Downtown Jersey City
$3,775/month
717 Sq Ft
Liberty State Park
$3,607/month
814 Sq Ft

Which Jersey City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Jersey City with the most apartments available are Jersey City Waterfront, The Waterfront and Journal Square .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Jersey City Waterfront
$4,108/month
776 Sq Ft
The Waterfront
$4,137/month
736 Sq Ft
Journal Square
$3,481/month
681 Sq Ft
Paulus Hook
$4,218/month
736 Sq Ft
The Heights
$3,855/month
772 Sq Ft
Exchange Place North
$4,205/month
738 Sq Ft
Historic Downtown Jersey City
$3,832/month
751 Sq Ft
Newport
$4,354/month
786 Sq Ft
Downtown Jersey City
$3,775/month
717 Sq Ft
SoHo West
$4,070/month
894 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Jersey City, NJ?

Because the average rent in Jersey City is $3,255, you’ll want to make about $10,850 per month or $130,200 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Jersey City, NJ

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How does Jersey City, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Jersey City, NJ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

W Bergen-E Lincoln Park District

Jersey City, NJ

Newport

Jersey City, NJ

Studio
-
$3,114/month
One Bedroom
-
$3,991/month
Two Bedroom
-
$5,212/month
Three Bedroom
-
$5,701/month
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Apartment communities in Jersey City we think you'll love

CMPND 9 Homestead

CMPND 9 Homestead

9 Homestead Pl,
Jersey City, NJ 07306

$2,150 - $2,800

Studio - 1 Bed

The Beacon Jersey City

The Beacon Jersey City

20 Beacon Way,
Jersey City, NJ 07304

$1,985 - $4,035

Studio - 2 Beds

The Journal

The Journal

36 Journal Sq,
Jersey City, NJ 07306

$3,265 - $6,195

Studio - 3 Beds

Tetris

Tetris

187 Culver Ave,
Jersey City, NJ 07305

$2,650 - $3,500 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds | 13 Month Lease

Property Management Companies in Jersey City, NJ

Greystar
Greystar
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  • 959,251

    Units

  • 891

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11 Communities in Jersey City
Ironstate Development Company
Ironstate Development Company
  • 19

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  • 3,175

    Units

  • 4

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8 Communities in Jersey City
The KRE Group
The KRE Group
  • 23

    Communities

  • 8,059

    Units

  • 17

    Cities

7 Communities in Jersey City
Bozzuto
Bozzuto
  • 386

    Communities

  • 118,848

    Units

  • 157

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6 Communities in Jersey City
Veris Residential, Inc.
Veris Residential, Inc.
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    Communities

  • 6,064

    Units

  • 6

    Cities

5 Communities in Jersey City
Rose Associates, Inc.
Rose Associates, Inc.
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    Communities

  • 7,036

    Units

  • 18

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3 Communities in Jersey City
Tuli Realty
Tuli Realty
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  • 1,202

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3 Communities in Jersey City
AvalonBay
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2 Communities in Jersey City

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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