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228 1st St #1B, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA|Historic Downtown
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Property Overview
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Less expensive
Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 228 1st St #1B, Historic Downtown
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
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| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
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| Architecture Style: Victorian | Three Rooms |
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About 228 1st St #1B
Sweet deal!
This listing is 18% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Historic Downtown.
Property Status: Active Excellent Downtown JC Location - This Spacious & Modern 1BR - 1 Bath Apartment Features a Great Open Floor Plan with Ample Room for Living/Dining, Hardwood Floors Throughout, Dark Wood Cabinets, Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Tiled Backsplash, Great Closet Space, Washer/Dryer Room in Building. Just 2.5 Blocks to Grove Street Path - Available Nov 1st - Convenient to Restaurants, Shopping, Parks and Everything Downtown Jersey City Has to Offer. Office Phone: (201) 659-8600 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 228 1st Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 4.7 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.9 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Historic Downtown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07302 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Historic Downtown
1-bedroom apartments at 228 1st St #1B cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Historic Downtown
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,852 |
| June 2026 | $2,916 |
| July 2026 | $2,811 |
| August 2026 | $2,839 |
| September 2026 | $2,754 |
| October 2026 | $2,733 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,014 |
| December 2024 | $3,047 |
| January 2025 | $2,912 |
| February 2025 | $3,203 |
| March 2025 | $3,078 |
| April 2025 | $3,117 |
| May 2025 | $3,034 |
| June 2025 | $2,928 |
| July 2025 | $3,200 |
| August 2025 | $3,002 |
| September 2025 | $2,924 |
| October 2025 | $2,818 |
| November 2025 | $2,843 |
| December 2025 | $2,841 |
| January 2026 | $3,010 |
| February 2026 | $2,942 |
| March 2026 | $2,982 |
| April 2026 | $2,850 |
| May 2026 | $2,832 |
| June 2026 | $2,976 |
| July 2026 | $3,116 |
| August 2026 | $3,028 |
| September 2026 | $3,237 |
| October 2026 | $3,415 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 228 1st St #1B?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$108,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $2,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,100 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 228 1st St #1B
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
Neighborhood
Historic Downtown | Jersey City, NJ
Getting around Jersey City near 228 1st St #1B
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
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 228 1st St #1B, Jersey City
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
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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