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The Heights, Jersey City Houses for Rent

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All About

Living in Jersey City, NJ

The Heights is a neighborhood located in Jersey City, New Jersey. There are currently 71 Houses for rent near the neighborhood. You can browse Houses for rent by price, number of bedrooms, amenities and more. Use our detailed location guides to help get a better understanding of the neighborhood. If you are thinking of renting nearby the neighborhood, utilize our simple search feature to find the perfect house near you.

If you are a landlord thinking of renting your home in the neighborhood of The Heights, use our links below to list your property online with us!

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About The Heights Jersey City

A laundromat is across the street as well as other necessary shops. It's also close to a nice city that I buy from often. I can't say there's anything truly unique though.

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Everything (stores, schools, etc.) is close by and there is no car needed. Rent seems to be cheap as well.

it's quite friendly and there is a lot to it you have multiple restaurants and bars and grocery stores and a lot more

We have good places to eat and a library and also two banks close by us. We also have the postoffice close by

Who Lives Here

The Heights Jersey City Demographics

Education

High School

42%

Associate's

21%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

11%

Doctorate

1%

Family Size

2 people

32%

3 people

28%

4 people

24%

5 people

10%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

42%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

15%

150-200k

7%

200k+

6%

Age

0-10

14%

10-20

10%

20-45

44%

45-65

23%

65+

10%

Affordability

How expensive is it in The Heights Jersey City?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23$2805$3580$2800$2700
Aug '23$3105$3580$2800$2700
Jul '23$3387$3795$2500$2700
Jun '23$4102$3677$2400$2700
May '23$4026$3647$2400$2650
Apr '23$3950$3617$2500$2650
Mar '23$4310$3862$2500$2725
Feb '23$3450$3972$2500$2800
Jan '23$3572$3657$2600$2800
Dec '22$3630$3570$2100$2799
Nov '22$3750$3715$2100$2600
Oct '22$3870$3715$2300$2900
Sep '22$4130$3715$2300$2700

*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 The Heights Jersey City

The Heights Jersey City Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

9%

15-30 Mins

30%

30-40 Mins

17%

40-60 Mins

23%

60+ Mins

20%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 8686

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Percentage: 6060

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Percentage: 6868

Transit Score®

Top Scores: Restaurant, Childcare, Hospital

Things To Do In The Heights Jersey City

Top Score

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. A standard number of restaurants compared to areas of a similar size

Childcare

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The Heights Jersey City earns a gold star for childcare.

  1. A high number of daycares per resident
  2. 94% more daycares than average
  3. 41% more daycares than areas of a similar size

Hospitals

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking healthy in The Heights Jersey City for hospitals.

  1. Few hospitals per resident
  2. 93% more hospitals than average
  3. 7% more hospitals than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

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

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 92% more medical facilities than average
  3. 19% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not bad on the supermarket score. The Heights Jersey City gets an average rating.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 83% more grocery stores than average
  3. 87% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in The Heights Jersey City.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 83% more bars and clubs than average
  3. 50% fewer bars and clubs 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. 85% more shops than average
  3. Far fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Who's an ok boy? The Heights Jersey City doesn't deserve many treats.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 89% more pet facilities than average
  3. A standard number of pet facilities compared to areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not exactly a Tilt-a-Whirl, but there's fun to be had.

  1. Few amusement parks per resident
  2. 89% more amusement parks than average
  3. 33% fewer amusement parks than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The road is less traveled for filling the tank up in The Heights Jersey City.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 85% more gas stations than average
  3. 85% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in The Heights Jersey City.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 61% more coffee shops than average
  3. Far fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in The Heights Jersey City.

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

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

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

Theaters

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Hiding in the dressing room? The Heights Jersey City has a quiet theater scene.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. An average number of theaters
  3. A standard number of theaters compared to 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

What Renters Are Saying

The Heights Jersey City Features

Busy Streets

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 2 of 3 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Pet Friendly

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Area Has Potholes

Yes

Say 3 of 3 renters

Quiet Area

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 3 of 3 renters

The Heights Jersey City Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

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

Top Schools in The Heights Jersey City

4/10

Charles E. Trefurt School - Ps 8

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Nicolaus Copernicus School - Ps 25

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Jotham W. Wakeman School - Ps 6

Grades PK-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

Anthony J. Infante School - Ps 31

Grades PK-2 • Public

7/10

Joseph F Brandt No 2

Grades K-3 • Public

4/10

Veterans Memorial Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Jersey City, NJ

The Heights is a neighborhood located in Jersey City, New Jersey. There are currently 71 Houses for rent near the neighborhood. You can browse Houses for rent by price, number of bedrooms, amenities and more. Use our detailed location guides to help get a better understanding of the neighborhood. If you are thinking of renting nearby the neighborhood, utilize our simple search feature to find the perfect house near you.

If you are a landlord thinking of renting your home in the neighborhood of The Heights, use our links below to list your property online with us!