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138 Monticello Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304, USA|McGinley Square
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 138 Monticello Ave, McGinley Square
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 138 Monticello Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 21% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in McGinley Square.
This well designed apartment offers a comfortable and inviting living space filled with natural light. The open living and dining area creates a warm, airy atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
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 138 Monticello Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
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
1-bedroom apartments at 138 Monticello Ave cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
McGinley Square
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,146 |
| March 2024 | $3,256 |
| April 2024 | $3,274 |
| May 2024 | $3,333 |
| June 2024 | $3,301 |
| July 2024 | $3,404 |
| August 2024 | $3,226 |
| September 2024 | $3,167 |
| October 2024 | $3,228 |
| November 2024 | $3,253 |
| December 2024 | $3,235 |
| January 2025 | $3,095 |
| February 2025 | $3,231 |
| March 2025 | $3,152 |
| April 2025 | $3,017 |
| May 2025 | $2,851 |
| June 2025 | $2,675 |
| July 2025 | $2,842 |
| August 2025 | $2,640 |
| September 2025 | $2,892 |
| October 2025 | $2,913 |
| November 2025 | $2,946 |
| December 2025 | $3,089 |
| January 2026 | $3,297 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,999 |
| March 2024 | $1,994 |
| April 2024 | $1,848 |
| May 2024 | $2,000 |
| June 2024 | $1,909 |
| July 2024 | $2,012 |
| August 2024 | $1,999 |
| September 2024 | $1,865 |
| October 2024 | $1,915 |
| November 2024 | $1,852 |
| December 2024 | $1,900 |
| January 2025 | $1,874 |
| February 2025 | $2,115 |
| March 2025 | $1,858 |
| April 2025 | $1,737 |
| May 2025 | $1,788 |
| June 2025 | $1,877 |
| July 2025 | $1,855 |
| August 2025 | $1,895 |
| September 2025 | $1,854 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,837 |
| December 2025 | $1,890 |
| January 2026 | $1,900 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 138 Monticello Ave
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
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Neighborhood
McGinley Square | Jersey City, NJ
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Jersey City near 138 Monticello Ave
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 138 Monticello Ave, Jersey City
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
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
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Exito Fresh Market
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Grind General
New Mini Market 2
194 Monticello Ave
Don Henriquez Supermarket Inc
195 Monticello Ave
Sanchez Grocery-Mini Market Grocers
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Family Dollar
504 Bergen Ave
Reserved Clothing
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Discount Store
783 Bergen Ave
Medical Center Custom Tailor
61A Baldwin Ave
Urban Rose Boutique Salon
325 Summit Ave
Dunkin'
739 Bergen Ave
3 Coffee Beans Restaurant
658 Montgomery St
Crave Burger Cafe
61 Baldwin Ave
Delish Juice Bar LLC
718 W Side Ave
The Grind Shop
360 Communipaw Ave
Moore's Place
189 Monticello Ave
Hookah Hut LLC
502 Bergen Ave
The Factory
451 Communipaw Ave
Astor Bar & Grill
725 Montgomery St
McGinley Square Pub
755 Montgomery St
Wadadli Style Bakery & Restaurant
475 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Elio's Bakery & Deli
442 W Side Ave
Bon Vivant New York
295 Johnston Ave
Karen Bakery
90 Garrison Ave
Food Story Natural Market
605 Pavonia Ave
Harmon Street Pool
Fairmount Triangle
Monticello Avenue Mini Park
Cornelius Parker Park
Bramhall Avenue Mini Park
Mercy Coop & Cafe A NJ Nonprofit Corp
153 Monticello Ave
Bergen Hall
58 Maple St
Domino's
741A Communipaw Ave
IHOP
700 Route 440
Wing Bar
684 Bergen Ave
MONTICELLO AVE AT ASTOR PL
MONTICELLO AVE AT BELMONT AVE
MONTICELLO AVE AT BRINKERHOFF ST
MONTICELLO AVE AT COMMUNIPAW AVE
MONTICELLO AVE AT HARRISON AVE
HOBOKEN
Montclair-Boonton Line, Montclair-Boonton Line, Main/Bergen County Line, Port Jervis Line, Morris & Essex Line, Gladstone Branch, Pascack Valley Line, Raritan Valley Line
FRANK R LAUTENBERG SECAUCUS LOWER LEVEL
Main/Bergen County Line, Port Jervis Line, Pascack Valley Line
FRANK R LAUTENBERG SECAUCUS UPPER LEVEL
Montclair-Boonton Line, Morris & Essex Line, Gladstone Branch, Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
Penn Station
West Hempstead Branch, Port Washington Branch, Long Beach Branch, Hempstead Branch, Oyster Bay Branch, Port Jefferson Branch, Far Rockaway Branch, West Hempstead Branch, Ronkonkoma Branch, Babylon Branch, Port Washington Branch, Far Rockaway Branch, Ronkonkoma Branch, Montauk Branch, Long Beach Branch, Hempstead Branch, City Terminal Zone, Montauk Branch, Babylon Branch, Port Jefferson Branch, Oyster Bay Branch
Penn Station
Babylon Branch, City Terminal Zone, Far Rockaway Branch, Hempstead Branch, Long Beach Branch, Montauk Branch, Oyster Bay Branch, Port Jefferson Branch, Port Washington Branch, Ronkonkoma Branch, West Hempstead Branch
MLK DRIVE LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
GARFIELD AVENUE LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
WEST SIDE AVENUE LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
LIBERTY STATE PARK-RIDE LIGHT RAIL STA
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
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