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Journal Square Neighborhood Guide Jersey City, NJ

About

Journal Square is a bustling, vibrant neighborhood in Jersey City, New Jersey. It's a major commercial and cultural hub, anchored by the Journal Square PATH Station, making it highly accessible for commuters. The area is known for its diverse cuisine, stunning pre-war architecture, and the landmark Loew's Jersey Theatre. Not far from Route 139 and I-78, Journal Square provides easy access to both downtown Jersey City and Manhattan.

What You Will Love About Journal Square, Jersey City, New Jersey

  • The diversity of Journal Square is reflected in its eclectic selection of eateries, representing everything from Indian street food to classic American burgers.
  • For art lovers, the magnificent Loew's Jersey Theatre is a must-visit, showcasing a range of live performances and classic movies.
  • The convenient transportation options, including the PATH Station, make commuting from Journal Square simple and efficient.

What's Nearby

Journal Square is surrounded by a number of notable destinations. To the south, you'll find downtown Jersey City, with its dynamic dining scene and the stunning waterfront views at Liberty State Park. Close by, you can explore the diverse and energetic neighborhood of India Square.

Lifestyle

Life in Journal Square is characterized by a mix of urban convenience and rich cultural diversity. While weekdays might be dominated by commuting to the office or local business meetings, weekends offer opportunities to explore the array of diverse restaurants, markets, and cultural venues dotted around the neighborhood.

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204 Properties Available for Rent

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Rental Trends in Journal Square

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Last updated 9/9/2024
204 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 928 restaurants, 220 grocery stores, and 35 parks within a mile of the Journal Square neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Sunrise Mini Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    64 Sip Ave

  • GROCERY
    Mira Farms

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    2823 John F Kennedy Blvd

  • GROCERY
    CTown Supermarkets

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    885 Bergen Ave

  • GROCERY
    Rj Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    2975 John F Kennedy Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Apna Bazaar Cash & Carry

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    2975 John F Kennedy Blvd

  • GROCERY
    El Nuevo Regreso Carry Out

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    380 Summit Ave

Journal Square Apartments and Rentals

204 Rental properties in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ.

  • 340 3rd Street Apartments property

    $3,370+

    340 3rd Street Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    425–776 Sqft

    Available 10/14

  • 26 Van Reipen Avenue #2001 property

    $5,300

    26 Van Reipen Avenue #2001

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1074 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 300 Coles Street #1108 property

    $6,358

    300 Coles Street #1108

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1665 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 300 Coles Street #1609 property

    $4,769

    300 Coles Street #1609

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1220 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 211 Baldwin Ave #304 property

    $2,750

    211 Baldwin Ave #304

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 211 Baldwin Ave #207 property

    $2,700

    211 Baldwin Ave #207

    1 Bed • 1.5 Baths

    1 Unit Available

204 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
9.9%
68.4%
utilities
0.1%
31.7%
food
1.1%
5.3%
transportation
0.7%
5%
healthcare
0.4%
10.5%

Journal Square Demographics

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Journal Square Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 4 of 6 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 4 of 6 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 4 of 6 renters

204 Properties Available for Rent

Journal Square Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

96/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

62/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

77/100
1 bus stop, 1 train stop, 2 other stops

Journal Square Platform c1

Bus Stop

Journal Square

PATH Plaza

Train Stop

80 Journal Sq

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

Other

1 Path Plz

Source: foursquare.com

Journal Square Schools

204 Properties Available for Rent

Neighborhoods Around Journal Square

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
The BeaconNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey----
SoHoNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$6,750
97%
East VillageNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$5,609
8%
Downtown ManhattanNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,022
14%
Midtown ManhattanNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,314
3%
Financial DistrictNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,942
12%
West VillageNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$6,142
75%
DowntownNeighborhood in Queens, New-york$5,138
9%
ChelseaNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,655
3%
NewportNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,440
3%
McGinley SquareNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$1,975--
Brooklyn HeightsNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,081--
DowntownNeighborhood in Brooklyn, New-york$3,661
1%
TribecaNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,195--
Downtown BrooklynNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,661
1%
Lower East SideNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
The HeightsNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,112
0%
NoMadNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,825
2%
Hamilton ParkNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,157--
Kips BayNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,950
49%
Greenwich VillageNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,500--
Downtown Jersey CityNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,181
35%
DUMBONeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,995--
Gramercy ParkNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,000--
Hell's KitchenNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,974
1%
The WaterfrontNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,855
4%
Hudson YardsNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,381
5%
West SideNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$2,225
12%
Bergen - LafayetteNeighborhood in Jersey-city, New-jersey$3,482--
Meatpacking DistrictNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
Murray HillNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,855
0%
Alphabet CityNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$5,609
3%
Southwest HobokenNeighborhood in Hoboken, New-jersey$1,700
37%
Times SquareNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,279
13%
NoLitaNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,850--
Flatiron DistrictNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
Battery Park CityNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,995--
Tudor CityNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
Cobble HillNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
BoweryNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$5,080
8%
Rose HillNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$3,950
49%
Union SquareNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$5,450--
Theater DistrictNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$4,019
13%