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242 Beacon Ave
242 Beacon Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$2,400–$3,050
Beds1–2
Baths1–2
Sqft812–903
modified
5+ Days Ago

Highlights

  • open layout
  • quality finishes
  • modern living space
  • shared laundry facilities

Units

242 Beacon Ave Jersey City, NJ

New Listing

202

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,400

Listed on 02/25/2026
Listed by Joe
Days on market: 6
Live just minutes from the Journal Square PATH/India Square in this beautifully built 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit at 242 Beacon Ave. With approximately 812 sq ft of modern living space, this unit features an open layout, stylish kitchen, central air. Quick walk to JSQ PATH fast NYC commute Easy access to buses, Rt 139, and I-78 Steps from local middle school Shared laundry facilities New construction with quality finishes Ample street parking Perfect for commuters. Rent is non negotiable. Serious inquires only please.

New Listing

102

2 Beds

2 Baths

$3,050

Listed on 02/25/2026
Listed by Joe
Days on market: 6
Live just minutes from the Journal Square PATH / India Square in this beautifully built 2-bedroom (Flex 3), 2-bath unit at 242 Beacon Ave. With approximately 903 sq ft of modern living space, this unit features an open layout, stylish kitchen, central air. Quick walk to JSQ PATH fast NYC commute Easy access to buses, Rt 139, and I-78 Steps from local middle school Shared laundry facilities New construction with quality finishes Ample street parking Perfect for commuter. Rent is non negotiable. Serious inquires only please.

Amenities for 242 Beacon Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Balcony

Policies at 242 Beacon Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 242 Beacon Ave

HomeApartments in Jersey CityThe Heights 242 Beacon Ave #102, Jersey City, NJ 07306, USA

Check out this charming property located at 242 Beacon Ave in the heart of The Heights, Jersey City, NJ 07306. This intimate 2-unit building offers 1 and 2-bedroom options, ranging in size from 812 to 903 square feet. Each unit boasts an open layout, quality finishes, and modern living space. Enjoy the convenience of shared laundry facilities, ample street parking, and central air. Take in the fresh air on the balcony patio or outdoor space. Additional amenities include on-site laundry and a dishwasher in each unit. With its long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation. Sorry, no pets allowed.

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Address details

Units2
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code07306

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 242 Beacon Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.0 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 487 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 103 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Jersey City

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 25% lower than 1-bedrooms in The Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 242 Beacon Ave #102 to be 21% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in The Heights.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
The Heights
Jersey City
A table of studio rental data trends in Jersey City
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,919
April 2024$2,787
May 2024$2,805
June 2024$2,812
July 2024$2,880
August 2024$2,870
September 2024$2,756
October 2024$2,820
November 2024$2,804
December 2024$2,830
January 2025$2,797
February 2025$2,791
March 2025$2,704
April 2025$2,685
May 2025$2,550
June 2025$2,355
July 2025$2,709
August 2025$2,583
September 2025$2,695
October 2025$2,996
November 2025$2,946
December 2025$2,986
January 2026$2,927
February 2026$2,859
A table of studio rental data trends in The Heights
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,707
April 2024$2,793
May 2024$2,809
June 2024$2,807
July 2024$2,771
August 2024$2,684
September 2024$2,694
October 2024$2,780
November 2024$2,739
December 2024$2,340
January 2025$2,131
February 2025$2,097
March 2025$2,643
April 2025$2,056
May 2025$1,917
June 2025$2,188
August 2025$2,058
September 2025$2,095
October 2025$2,007
November 2025$1,995
January 2026$2,208
February 2026$2,842

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$96,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,400.
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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 242 Beacon Ave, Jersey City, NJ.
Last month$2,4001 bed1 bath
Last month$3,0502 bed2 bath

Schools near 242 Beacon Ave #102

Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26

164 laidlaw ave

jersey city, NJ, 7306

PK, K-5Public
B

Jotham W. Wakeman School - P.S. 6

100 st pauls ave

jersey city, NJ, 7306

PK, K-5Public
B+

Gerard J. Dynes New Jersey Regional Day School at Jersey City

425 johnston ave

jersey city, NJ, 7304

PK, K-12Public

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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Getting around Jersey City near 242 Beacon Ave

Walking

8/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 242 Beacon Ave, Jersey City

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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