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Amenities for 126 Monticello Ave #2, McGinley Square
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| In-Unit Laundry |
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| Storage |
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| Five Rooms |
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About 126 Monticello Ave #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in McGinley Square.
Property Status: Active Oversized 3 bedroom one bath. Top floor unit with ample light and storage throughout. Washer & dryer in unit for extra convenience, Great location, situated right on Monticello Ave. With shops close by, train access, parks, and all the offerings of Jersey City's Journal Square area Office Phone: (201) 792-7601 Copyright © 2026 Realty MLS, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 126 Monticello Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | McGinley Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07304 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in McGinley Square
3-bedroom apartments at 126 Monticello Ave #2 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
McGinley Square
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,225 |
| September 2024 | $3,187 |
| October 2024 | $3,162 |
| November 2024 | $3,139 |
| December 2024 | $3,000 |
| January 2025 | $3,000 |
| February 2025 | $3,040 |
| March 2025 | $2,954 |
| April 2025 | $2,900 |
| May 2025 | $2,923 |
| June 2025 | $2,999 |
| July 2025 | $3,000 |
| August 2025 | $2,998 |
| September 2025 | $2,968 |
| October 2025 | $2,850 |
| November 2025 | $2,800 |
| December 2025 | $2,800 |
| January 2026 | $2,800 |
| February 2026 | $2,800 |
| March 2026 | $2,775 |
| April 2026 | $2,862 |
| May 2026 | $2,870 |
| June 2026 | $2,924 |
| July 2026 | $2,918 |
| August 2026 | $2,950 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,937 |
| September 2024 | $3,012 |
| October 2024 | $3,112 |
| November 2024 | $3,135 |
| December 2024 | $2,887 |
| January 2025 | $2,825 |
| February 2025 | $2,593 |
| March 2025 | $2,500 |
| April 2025 | $2,500 |
| May 2025 | $2,610 |
| June 2025 | $2,581 |
| July 2025 | $2,730 |
| August 2025 | $2,885 |
| September 2025 | $2,874 |
| October 2025 | $2,968 |
| November 2025 | $2,830 |
| December 2025 | $2,650 |
| January 2026 | $2,600 |
| February 2026 | $2,603 |
| March 2026 | $2,656 |
| April 2026 | $3,100 |
| May 2026 | $2,925 |
| June 2026 | $2,750 |
| July 2026 | $3,000 |
| August 2026 | $3,100 |
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Can I afford to live at 126 Monticello Ave #2?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$112,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,500 | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,450 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 126 Monticello Ave #2
Julia A. Barnes School - P.S. 12
91 astor pl
jersey city, NJ, 7304
PK, K-3Public
B-
Gerard J. Dynes New Jersey Regional Day School at Jersey City
425 johnston ave
jersey city, NJ, 7304
PK, K-12Public
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26
164 laidlaw ave
jersey city, NJ, 7306
PK, K-5Public
B
P.S. 94M
55 battery pl
new york, NY, 10280
K-12Public
Early Childhood Center of the Ironbound
697 market st
newark, NJ, 7105
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
McGinley Square | Jersey City, NJ
Getting around Jersey City near 126 Monticello Ave #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 126 Monticello Ave #2, Jersey City
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 126 Monticello Ave #2
Grind General
Exito Fresh Market
115 Monticello Ave
La Bella Grocery Deli LLC
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Sanchez Grocery-Mini Market Grocers
565 Bergen Ave
New Mini Market 2
194 Monticello Ave
Rainbow
701 New Jersey 440
Family Dollar
504 Bergen Ave
Leading Lady Costumes
171 Clinton Ave
Reserved Clothing
450 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Intapol
100 Amity St
The Grind Shop
293 Suydam Ave
Ko Cafe
722 Grand St
Dunkin'
739 Bergen Ave
3 Coffee Beans Restaurant
658 Montgomery St
Crave Burger Cafe
61 Baldwin Ave
Moore's Place
189 Monticello Ave
Hookah Hut LLC
502 Bergen Ave
The Factory
451 Communipaw Ave
Light Rail Cafe
237 Randolph Ave
Astor Bar & Grill
725 Montgomery St
Sea to You Fish Market
575 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Herbal Tea House
740 Grand St
Wadadli Style Bakery & Restaurant
475 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
A La Carte Specialty Foods LLC
17 Orchard St
J S Seafood
713 Bergen Ave
Bergen Hill Park
Arlington Park
Spray Park
Berry Lane Park
Lafayette Park
Crown Fried Chicken
40 Crescent Ave
KFC
591 Communipaw Ave
Chuck E Cheese's
71 Madison Ave
Mercy Coop & Cafe A NJ Nonprofit Corp
153 Monticello Ave
New Hong Kong Chinese Rest
161 Monticello Ave
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MONTICELLO AVE AT COMMUNIPAW AVE
MONTICELLO AVE AT HARRISON AVE
COMMUNIPAW AVE AT MARTIN LUTHER KING DR
COMMUNIPAW AVE AT CRESCENT AVE
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Penn Station
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