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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • In-unit laundry
  • Granite countertops
  • Elevator access
  • Soaring 10-foot ceilings

Location

159 2nd St #501, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA|The Waterfront

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Contact

Terell Mendez

CENTRAL

(206) 703-1164

Property Overview

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Central heat
  • Covered parking

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Amenities for 159 2nd St #501, The Waterfront

Features

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central HeatHardwood Floor
High CeilingsView

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Community

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 159 2nd St #501

HomeApartments in Jersey CityThe Waterfront 159 2nd St #501, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA

Welcome to this stylish 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo in the heart of downtown Jersey City. Spanning 1,035 sq. ft., this modern residence features chestnut hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring 10-foot ceilings, and a private outdoor terrace with additional storage. Enjoy contemporary comforts including in-unit laundry, central heating and cooling, custom closets, and GE Profile stainless steel appliances with granite countertops. The steel-and-concrete construction offers both durability and exceptional sound insulation. Additional highlights include one garage parking space, elevator access, fitness center, and pre-wiring for home theater and multi-room audio. Conveniently located just four blocks from the Grove St. PATH station for effortless commuting and easy access to everything downtown Jersey City has to offer.


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 159 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 416 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Central heat
This address offers a climate controlled environment
Covered parking
Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Extra Storage
Upgraded in-unit features
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
Rentals at this address allow pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodThe Waterfront
Zip code07302
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in The Waterfront

1-bedroom apartments at 159 2nd St #501 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
The Waterfront
Jersey City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Jersey City
MonthMedian Rent
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$3,291
February 2026$3,227
March 2026$3,173
April 2026$2,850
May 2026$2,862
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in The Waterfront
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$3,728
July 2024$3,884
August 2024$3,745
September 2024$3,691
October 2024$3,668
November 2024$3,620
December 2024$3,592
January 2025$3,582
February 2025$3,592
March 2025$3,666
April 2025$3,773
May 2025$3,730
June 2025$3,695
July 2025$3,825
August 2025$3,818
September 2025$3,861
October 2025$3,775
November 2025$3,713
December 2025$3,674
January 2026$3,712
February 2026$3,755
March 2026$3,741
April 2026$3,685
May 2026$3,759

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$140,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $140,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,520.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 159 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ.
8 months ago$4,2002 bed1 bath
11 months ago$8,8004 bed4 bath
1 year ago$3,3001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,8002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,3001 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,1001 bed1 bath
3 years ago$4,1002 bed1 bath
3 years ago$3,4001 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,0002 bed2 bath

Schools near 159 2nd St #501

Rafael Cordero y Molina School - P.S. 37

158 erie st

jersey city, NJ, 7302

PK, K-8Public
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

P.S. 226M

345 e 15th st

new york, NY, 10003

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

The Waterfront | Jersey City, NJ

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Jersey City near 159 2nd St #501

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 159 2nd St #501, Jersey City

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of 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

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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