5+ Days Ago
Location
242 Griffith Street, Jersey City, New Jersey 07307, United States|The Heights
Tour 242 Griffith Street
Contact
Nearby rentals
Renter hub
Property management
Apartments for rent New YorkApartments for rent Financial DistrictApartments for rent Upper West SideApartments for rent Hell's KitchenApartments for rent ChelseaApartments for rent Upper East SideApartments for rent East VillageApartments for rent Battery Park CityApartments for rent Downtown BrooklynApartments for rent TribecaApartments for rent Midtown EastApartments for rent West VillageApartments for rent Murray HillApartments for rent Lower East SideApartments for rent WilliamsburgApartments Near Me
Houses for rent New YorkHouses for rent Financial DistrictHouses for rent ChelseaHouses for rent Upper East SideHouses for rent Hell's KitchenHouses for rent Lower East SideHouses for rent Murray HillHouses for rent Theater DistrictHouses for rent Long Island CityHouses for rent West VillageHouses for rent Downtown BrooklynHouses for rent East VillageHouses for rent RiverdaleHouses for rent Turtle BayHouses for rent HobokenHouses for rent near me
Amenities for 242 Griffith Street, The Heights
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
Advertisement
About 242 Griffith Street
Home
Houses in Jersey CityThe Heights 242 Griffith Street, Jersey City, New Jersey 07307, United States
Houses in Jersey CityThe Heights 242 Griffith Street, Jersey City, New Jersey 07307, United States
Sweet deal!
This listing is 21% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in The Heights.
Property Status: Active Welcome to a 2bedroom 1bath 1st floor railroad apt in a two family home with a shared backyard. Easy access to Central Ave (shopping), schools, 24hr transportation, restaurants. Short distance to Pershing Field Park (track, tennis, basketball, swimming). Utilites are separate. This property is represented by a realtor with 1/2-month Broker fee. No smoking, no Pets. Contact us today. Office Phone: (201) 630-0025 Copyright © 2025 NextHome, 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 242 Griffith Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | The Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07307 |
| Type | House for rent |
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in The Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 242 Griffith Street cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
The Heights
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,924 |
| 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 | $3,157 |
| October 2025 | $3,187 |
| November 2025 | $3,024 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,883 |
| January 2024 | $2,943 |
| February 2024 | $2,875 |
| March 2024 | $2,810 |
| April 2024 | $2,747 |
| May 2024 | $2,697 |
| June 2024 | $2,649 |
| July 2024 | $2,723 |
| August 2024 | $2,710 |
| September 2024 | $2,700 |
| October 2024 | $2,618 |
| November 2024 | $2,590 |
| December 2024 | $2,537 |
| January 2025 | $2,500 |
| February 2025 | $2,500 |
| March 2025 | $2,485 |
| April 2025 | $2,445 |
| May 2025 | $2,438 |
| June 2025 | $2,492 |
| July 2025 | $2,532 |
| August 2025 | $2,571 |
| September 2025 | $2,440 |
| October 2025 | $2,442 |
| November 2025 | $2,400 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 242 Griffith Street?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$75,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,895.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 10 months ago | $1,895 |
Schools near 242 Griffith Street
Nicolaus Copernicus School - P.S. 25
3385 kennedy blvd
jersey city, NJ, 7307
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
Advertisement
Internet available near 242 Griffith Street
Getting around Jersey City near 242 Griffith Street
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 242 Griffith Street, Jersey City
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 242 Griffith Street
Summit Food Mart LLC
944 Summit Ave
Bowers Grocery
31 Milton Ave
Fresh Central Grocery LLC
252 Central Ave
Mi Familia Mini Market
74 Cambridge Ave
Stop & Shop Supermarket
232 Central Ave
J & S Store
276 Central Ave
United Multi SVC
50 Columbia Ave
Rainbow
367 Central Ave
Sneaker Room
410 Central Ave
L & D Handbags
1 Sherman Ave
Dunkin'
3438 John F Kennedy Blvd
Dunkin'
318 Central Ave
Hybrid Coffee & Kitchen
Vibez Juice Bar & Vegan Cafe
82 Hutton St
Griot Cafe Hafriti Capital
398 Central Ave
Hutton Bar & Grill
225 Hutton St
Ringside Lounge
475 Tonnele Ave
The Corkscrew Bar & Grill
61 Congress St
Fox & Crow
594 Palisade Ave
Northern Soul
700 1st St
Dulce De Leche Bakery
376 Central Ave
Galleria LLC
121 Franklin St
Quality Baking Supply
3513 John F Kennedy Blvd
Rizzo Bakery
208 Central Ave
Unica Cafe
454 Central Ave
Leonard Gordon Park
Pershing Field
Terrace Avenue / Edward Crincoli
Terrance Avenue Park
Washinton Park
Terranova Deli
928 Summit Ave
Sabor A Veracruz
992 Summit Ave
Hutton Bar & Grill
225 Hutton St
Heights Deli & Grill
3418 John F Kennedy Blvd
Casa Cubana Catering
1007 Summit Ave
SUMMIT AVE AT GRIFFITH ST
, ,
SUMMIT AVE AT HUTTON ST
, ,
SUMMIT AVE AT HUTTON ST
, ,
SUMMIT AVE AT BOWERS ST
, ,
SUMMIT AVE AT BOWERS ST
, ,
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
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
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
2ND STREET LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
9TH STREET LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Journal Square
Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train, Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train, Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train, Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train
Hoboken
Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train, Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train, Newark - Harrison Shuttle Train
HOBOKEN TERMINAL LIGHT RAIL STATION
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Compare similar properties nearby
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
- dogs and cats ok
- on-site laundry
- garage parking
Check availability
Advertisement