Apartments for Rent in Jersey City, NJ under $1200
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1 bd $1,152+2 bd $1,057+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (3)2595 John F Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306Pet friendly
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3 bd $142Base rent4.0 (5)348 Duncan Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306Pet friendly • Air conditioner • Washer/Dryer
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1 bd $1862 bd $179Base rent3.5 (5)348 Duncan Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306Pet friendly
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Ask for pricing3.5 (22)85 Van Reypen Street, Jersey City, NJ 07306Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Hardwood Floors
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted30 Bostwick Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305
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1 bd $1,152+2 bd $1,057+Base rent Income restricted4.0 (3)2595 John F Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306Pet friendly
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1 bd $918+Base rent376 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304 -
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1 bd $652+2 bd $764+3 bd $874+Base rent376 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304 -
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Studio $670Base rent90 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304Pet friendly -
Ask for pricing4.0 (4)40 Bowers St., Jersey City, NJ 07307Pet friendly
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1 bd $9002 bd $1,000Base rent4.0 (1)20 M. L. King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305 -
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Studio $900Base rent229 M. L.King Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305 -
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Studio $600+Base rent122 Old Bergen Road, Jersey City, NJ 07305Pet friendly -
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Studio $1,100Base rent408-410 MLK DR, Jersey City, NJ 07304Pet friendly
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When were prices and availability in Jersey City, NJ last updated?
Prices and availability in Jersey City, NJ were last updated on 14 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in Jersey City, NJ?
The best apartments in Jersey City, NJ are: One Ten, The Enclave, 829 Garfield, DVORA Art House and DVORA Hamilton House.
What type of rental buildings are in Jersey City, NJ?
In Jersey City 72% of the housing is rented out compared to 28% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 35% of Jersey City's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 62% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.
Renting apartments in Jersey City, NJ under $1,200
Searching for apartments for rent in Jersey City, NJ under $1,200 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Jersey City, NJ, where the average rent is $775 per month, there are 15 units available for less than $1,200. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.
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