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Apartments near West Side, Jersey City, New Jersey

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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About West Side Jersey City

My neighborhood has a lot of restaurants close by. I like Going out to eat with my family in the shopping centers

Great restaurants, great sense of community, easy access to public transit. Overall, it's a great safe neighborhood!

My area as a lot of public transportation and is very close to NY city. It is also a very diverse area .

Go to the shoppingmall shopping movie theaters bowling alley close buy many different resturants and bars n parks

It's a pretty much diverse culture small g to live in the city is a very good experience for any family or individual it's a growing Cityood knit community

If there is anything unique in my neighborhood, I don;t know about it. Just small stores, barber shops, grocery stores etc.

Who Lives Here

West Side Jersey City Demographics

Education

High School

27%

Associate's

13%

Bachelor's

19%

Master's

6%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

34%

3 people

24%

4 people

21%

5 people

13%

6+ people

8%

Household Income

0-50k

41%

50-100k

29%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

6%

200k+

8%

Age

0-10

15%

10-20

11%

20-45

38%

45-65

25%

65+

11%

Affordability

How expensive is it in West Side Jersey City?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Dec '23$1926$2527$2975$2500
Nov '23$1926$2527$2650$2500
Oct '23$1926$2527$2525$2800
Sep '23$1988$2493$2400$2500
Aug '23$1993$2493$2750$2500
Jul '23$1962$2471$2750$2600
Jun '23$1950$2410$2700$2300
May '23$1945$2310$2750$2750
Apr '23$1885$2420$2700$2375
Mar '23$1901$2250$2250$2000
Feb '23$1918$2265$2700$2100
Jan '23$1935$2150$2550$2000
Dec '22$1935$2300$2700$2300

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around West Side Jersey City

West Side Jersey City Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

11%

15-30 Mins

22%

30-40 Mins

22%

40-60 Mins

22%

60+ Mins

22%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 8989

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 3 of 6 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 3 of 6 renters

Percentage: 7070

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Percentage: 6262

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Need A Car

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Top Scores: Gas, Restaurant, Medicine

Things To Do In West Side Jersey City

Top Score

Gas Stations

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

FIll 'er up! West Side Jersey City has plenty of gas stations.

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. 96% more gas stations than average
  3. 66% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The restaurant scene here is really cooking with gas.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 91% more restaurants than average
  3. 34% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this West Side Jersey City is not too bad for medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 90% more medical facilities than average
  3. 15% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 81% more coffee shops than average
  3. 40% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in West Side Jersey City.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 66% more bars and clubs than average
  3. Far fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 80% more parks than average
  3. 60% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Childcare

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

West Side Jersey City is taking baby steps toward having ample childcare options.

  1. Few daycares per resident
  2. 92% more daycares than average
  3. 24% more daycares than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The shopping scene here is a size medium.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 90% more shops than average
  3. 31% more shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in West Side Jersey City.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 83% more gyms than average
  3. 33% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Theaters

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

West Side Jersey City sits in the middle of the pack for theater.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. 82% more theaters than average
  3. 93% fewer theaters than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. An average number of grocery stores
  3. A standard number of grocery stores compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

West Side Jersey City could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 68% more pet facilities than average
  3. Far fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. A standard number of fine art centers compared to areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

In need of a lift: West Side Jersey City is light on amusement parks.

  1. Few amusement parks per resident
  2. An average number of amusement parks
  3. A standard number of amusement parks compared to areas of a similar size

Hospitals

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Be patient when looking for a hospital around here.

  1. Few hospitals per resident
  2. An average number of hospitals
  3. A standard number of hospitals compared to areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

West Side Jersey City Features

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 5 of 6 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Noise Late At Night

Yes

Say 3 of 6 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

Yes

Say 3 of 6 renters

Area Has Potholes

Yes

Say 3 of 6 renters

Area Has Litter

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

Yes

Say 4 of 6 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Near Grocery Stores

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Pet Friendly

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 4 of 6 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Quiet Area

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Maintained Yards

No

Say 5 of 6 renters

Busy Streets

Yes

Say 6 of 6 renters

Safe For Families

No

Say 6 of 6 renters

West Side Jersey City Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in West Side Jersey City

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Living in Jersey City, NJ

West Side Apartments for Rent - Jersey City, NJ

Want to move to Jersey City? Look at apartment rentals in West Side, a densely populated neighborhood near Jersey City, NJ? West Side is good for renters, with 65% of residents renting their homes. There are a variety of transportation options in West Side. While you'll probably want a car, you may not need it for everything. Commuting to and from work takes about 35 minutes on average.