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  • Pet Friendly

Location

36 Journal Square Concourse, Jersey City, New Jersey 07306, United States|Journal Square
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Management

Westminster Management

Leasing office

(201) 685-0026

Open 

Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

The Journal - North Tower receives a strong overall rating of 8.1, emphasizing its excellent balance of price and amenities, with a competitive price rating of 9 out of 10. Its location is particularly advantageous, scoring 9 out of 10 for convenience to key destinations. Furthermore, it boasts 21 detailed photos and a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, enhancing the rental experience by providing transparency and quality insights for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.5
Very Good
The Journal - North Tower is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Floor plans

Residence 15 - North: Studio 1BAStudio1 bath385+ sqft$3,260–$3,450 /mo3 units available
Residence 08 - North: Studio 1BAStudio1 bath479 sqft$3,350 /mo1 unit available
Residence 04 - North: Studio 1BA (Floors 13-43 and 45-63)Studio1 bath430 sqft$3,380 /mo1 unit available
Residence 03 - North: Studio 1BAStudio1 bath459+ sqft$3,380–$3,630 /mo3 units available
Residence 10 - North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath647+ sqft$3,620–$3,765 /mo3 units available
Residence 13 - North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath616+ sqft$3,685–$3,890 /mo3 units available
Residence 06 - North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath660 sqft$3,720–$3,940 /mo4 units available
Residence 09 - North: Studio 1BA (Floors 13-35)1 bed1 bath700+ sqft$3,765–$3,780 /mo2 units available
Residence 12 - North: 1BR 1BA (Floors 13-33 and 35-63)1 bed1 bath762+ sqft$3,825–$4,265 /mo4 units available
Residence 09 - North: 1BR 1BA (Floors 36-63)1 bed1 bath736 sqft$3,840 /mo1 unit available
Residence 11 - North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath733+ sqft$3,895–$3,925 /mo2 units available
Residence 05 - North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath727 sqft$3,910–$4,450 /mo3 units available
Residence 01-North: 1BR 1BA1 bed1 bath837+ sqft$3,920–$4,270 /mo3 units available
Residence 02 - North: 1BR 1BA (Floors 14-43, and 45-63)1 bed1 bath733 sqft$4,065–$4,115 /mo2 units available
Residence 12 - North: 1BR 1BA (Floor 34)1 bed1 bath1,117 sqft$4,700 /mo1 unit available
Residence 14 - North: 2BR 2BA2 bed2 bath989 sqft$5,895 /mo1 unit available
Residence 07 - North: 2BR 2BA2 bed2 bath1,032 sqft$5,995–$6,295 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Journal - North Tower

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Apartments | Restrictions: None.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Apartments | Restrictions: Certain Breed Restrictions Apply.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$500

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About The Journal - North Tower

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A masterpiece from every angle, The Journal sets a new standard of sophistication; an aesthetic of excellence and innovation in Jersey City’s rapidly evolving skyline.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.5
/10
Very Good
The Journal - North Tower is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated The Journal - North Tower
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, The Journal - North Tower has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Journal - North Tower is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Journal - North Tower is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Journal - North Tower does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 The Journal - North Tower compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 166 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Journal Square

Studio apartments at The Journal - North Tower cost about 42% more than the average rent price for studios in Journal Square.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 32% higher than 1-bedrooms in Journal Square.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Journal - North Tower to be 109% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Journal Square.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Journal Square
Jersey City
A table of studio rental data trends in Jersey City
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,801
January 2024$2,772
February 2024$2,679
March 2024$2,910
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Journal Square
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,337
January 2024$2,365
February 2024$2,087
March 2024$2,164
April 2024$2,136
May 2024$2,050
June 2024$1,900
July 2024$1,962
August 2024$1,860
September 2024$1,756
October 2024$1,840
November 2024$1,845
December 2024$1,875
January 2025$1,856
February 2025$1,981
March 2025$2,010
April 2025$2,093
May 2025$2,095
June 2025$2,200
July 2025$2,090
August 2025$2,069
September 2025$2,360
October 2025$2,545
November 2025$2,499

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$134,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $134,600 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $3,365.
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Schools near The Journal - North Tower

Martin Luther King Jr. School - P.S. 11

886 bergen ave

jersey city, NJ, 7306

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
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Getting around Jersey City near 36 Journal Square Concourse

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate 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 36 Journal Square Concourse, 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
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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