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242 Griffith St, Jersey City, NJ 07307, USA|The Heights
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Amenities for 242 Griffith St, The Heights
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Not allowed
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Not allowed
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About 242 Griffith St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 23% 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 © 2026 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 St 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 |
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Rent trends in The Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 242 Griffith St cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
The Heights
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $3,054 |
| January 2026 | $3,281 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $2,467 |
| January 2026 | $2,432 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$74,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| This month | $1,895 |
| 11 months ago | $1,895 |
Schools near 242 Griffith St
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
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Getting around Jersey City near 242 Griffith St
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 St, 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
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