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281 Central Ave #3B, Jersey City, NJ 07307, USA|The Heights
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Amenities for 281 Central Ave #3B, The Heights
Apartment Amenities
| Deck | Furnished |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Elevator | Fitness Center |
| Roof Deck |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 281 Central Ave #3B
The Beckford: 2-bedroom 2 full bath. Fully Furnished (Unfurnished optional). Lease: Address: 281 Central Ave #3B, Jersey City, NJ 07307 Security Deposit = 1 month’s rent 1-year lease No Broker fees No last month rent No cosigner $3,500 per month (total) Interior: Washer/ Dryer in Unit Kitchen Dishwasher Gas stove Oven Lots of counter space Amenities: Large, shared roof deck with BBQ Storage Area Bike storage Private backyard Security System Parking Lot Notes: Apartment built in 2021 High ceilings Elevator opens directly into Unit New furniture New beds TV in every room Furnished (can keep or remove any of the current furniture) Closet space Great natural lighting Big windows Transportation: 10 minutes from Hoboken path (center of Hoboken) which runs 24/7 and another 15 minutes from Manhattan. 30 min – 119 Bus also runs into to Port Authority as another option to Manhattan. Bus stop located in front of the building. 15 minute – Drive without traffic to WTC. Neighborhood: Central Ave is at the heart of Jersey City, The Heights Up and coming neighbor which is located in the Special Improvement District (SID) Shopping and food are located right outside the apartment Everything you need is located on Central Avenue Pershing Field Park around the corner with a track and field, tennis, pickleball, basketball courts and a reservoir Riverview-Fisk Park has picturesque views of NYC with basketball courts, fields and more ~10 min walk Washington Park is a large park with every activity you can think of including an outdoor gym ~15 min walk You can walk to anywhere in the heights from Central Ave or you can take transportation or even bike to anywhere in Jersey City/ Hoboken in less than 15 mins
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 281 Central Ave #3B compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 385 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- 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
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | The Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07307 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in The Heights
2-bedroom apartments at 281 Central Ave #3B cost about 39% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Jersey City.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
The Heights
Jersey City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $3,698 |
| 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 | $3,310 |
| February 2026 | $3,217 |
| March 2026 | $3,047 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,729 |
| 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 | $2,413 |
| February 2026 | $2,488 |
| March 2026 | $2,525 |
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Can I afford to live at 281 Central Ave #3B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 281 Central Ave #3B
Charles E. Truefurt School - P.S. 8
96 franklin st
jersey city, NJ, 7307
PK, K-5Public
C+
Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26
164 laidlaw 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. 35
317 w 52nd st
new york, NY, 10019
K-12Public
B
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Getting around Jersey City near 281 Central Ave #3B
Walking
10/10
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 281 Central Ave #3B, Jersey City
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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