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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Balcony
- Granite counter tops
- Stainless steel appliances
- Outdoor space
- Recently renovated kitchen
Location
136 Essex St #2, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA|The Waterfront
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Amenities for 136 Essex St #2, The Waterfront
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Hardwood Floor |
| Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Four Rooms |
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About 136 Essex St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 28% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in The Waterfront.
Property Status: Active Enjoy living in this 2nd floor home in a charming brownstone. The recently renovated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and hardwood floors. Located in the exclusive Paulus Hook Neighborhood of Jersey City, this is a rare find. With so few homes in the New York Metropolitan area having access to outdoor space this property boasts a balcony off the kitchen as well as a shared common yard. Enjoy privacy on your terrace while being footsteps away from the Hudson River and rail and ferry transportation to NYC. Office Phone: (201) 396-8447 Copyright © 2025 Hudson County Multiple Listing Service. 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 136 Essex St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
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- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | The Waterfront |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07302 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in The Waterfront
2-bedroom apartments at 136 Essex St #2 cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
The Waterfront
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,827 |
| October 2023 | $3,996 |
| November 2023 | $3,903 |
| December 2023 | $3,915 |
| January 2024 | $3,935 |
| February 2024 | $3,550 |
| March 2024 | $3,769 |
| April 2024 | $3,673 |
| May 2024 | $3,949 |
| June 2024 | $3,530 |
| July 2024 | $4,061 |
| August 2024 | $3,963 |
| September 2024 | $3,941 |
| October 2024 | $3,907 |
| November 2024 | $3,778 |
| December 2024 | $3,553 |
| January 2025 | $3,495 |
| February 2025 | $3,356 |
| March 2025 | $3,324 |
| April 2025 | $3,115 |
| May 2025 | $3,043 |
| June 2025 | $3,012 |
| July 2025 | $3,188 |
| August 2025 | $3,028 |
| September 2025 | $3,000 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $4,710 |
| October 2023 | $4,772 |
| November 2023 | $4,648 |
| December 2023 | $4,595 |
| January 2024 | $4,697 |
| February 2024 | $4,793 |
| March 2024 | $5,159 |
| April 2024 | $5,213 |
| May 2024 | $5,151 |
| June 2024 | $5,063 |
| July 2024 | $5,076 |
| August 2024 | $4,938 |
| September 2024 | $4,846 |
| October 2024 | $4,983 |
| November 2024 | $4,912 |
| December 2024 | $4,774 |
| January 2025 | $4,719 |
| February 2025 | $4,997 |
| March 2025 | $5,101 |
| April 2025 | $5,297 |
| May 2025 | $5,067 |
| June 2025 | $4,854 |
| July 2025 | $5,195 |
| August 2025 | $5,234 |
| September 2025 | $5,165 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 136 Essex St #2
Cornelia F. Bradford School - P.S. 16
96 sussex st
jersey city, NJ, 7302
PK, K-5Public
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Gerard J. Dynes New Jersey Regional Day School at Jersey City
425 johnston ave
jersey city, NJ, 7304
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
The Waterfront | Jersey City, NJ
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Jersey City near 136 Essex St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 136 Essex St #2, Jersey City
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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