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126 Clifton Pl, Jersey City, NJ 07304, USA|Bergen - Lafayette
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Building and Land Technology - Beacon Jersey City

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(201) 716-3000

Property Overview

The Beacon Jersey City stands out as a strong rental option, with an 8.8 Zumper expert rating driven by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It also offers strong value for money, a high value per square foot, many photos for a clear preview, and convenient access to a nearby top-rated high school.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Beacon Jersey City is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Beacon Jersey City has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

C-S1Studio1 bath444 sqft$1,912–$3,022 /mo3 units available
H-S2Studio1 bath462 sqft$1,938–$2,836 /mo1 unit available
T-S1Studio1 bath404 sqft$2,011–$2,943 /mo1 unit available
P-S3Studio1 bath474 sqft$2,014–$2,948 /mo1 unit available
H-S5Studio1 bath476 sqft$2,026–$2,964 /mo1 unit available
C-S2Studio1 bath498 sqft$2,033–$3,048 /mo2 units available
P-S4Studio1 bath475 sqft$2,051–$3,074 /mo3 units available
C-S7Studio1 bath567 sqft$2,196–$3,228 /mo2 units available
O-S1Studio1 bath719 sqft$2,232–$3,266 /mo1 unit available
T-A11 bed1 bath437 sqft$2,165–$2,464 /mo1 unit available
C-A11 bed1 bath621 sqft$2,278–$3,017 /mo3 units available
C-A111 bed1 bath786 sqft$2,293–$2,610 /mo1 unit available
M-A31 bed1 bath679 sqft$2,318–$2,639 /mo1 unit available
T-A31 bed1 bath490 sqft$2,367–$2,694 /mo1 unit available
H-A71 bed1 bath509 sqft$2,376–$2,782 /mo1 unit available
P-A101 bed1 bath676 sqft$2,377–$2,995 /mo2 units available
O-A61 bed1 bath514 sqft$2,399–$2,845 /mo2 units available
T-A41 bed1 bath567+ sqft$2,402–$2,876 /mo5 units available
H-A171 bed1 bath560 sqft$2,421–$2,834 /mo1 unit available
H-A241 bed1 bath615 sqft$2,437–$2,773 /mo1 unit available
H-A301 bed1 bath684 sqft$2,438–$2,854 /mo1 unit available
H-A11 bed1 bath490 sqft$2,450–$2,789 /mo1 unit available
O-A21 bed1 bath772 sqft$2,456–$2,829 /mo2 units available
P-A111 bed1 bath709 sqft$2,480–$2,962 /mo2 units available
H-A231 bed1 bath604 sqft$2,482–$2,904 /mo1 unit available
C-A31 bed1 bath695 sqft$2,504–$2,954 /mo2 units available
P-A21 bed1 bath643 sqft$2,543–$3,012 /mo2 units available
P-A11 bed1 bath605 sqft$2,544–$2,897 /mo1 unit available
O-A101 bed1 bath621 sqft$2,618–$2,980 /mo1 unit available
T-B12 bed1 bath667 sqft$2,739–$3,118 /mo1 unit available
O-B12 bed1 bath913 sqft$2,781–$3,165 /mo2 units available
H-B52 bed1 bath865 sqft$2,924–$3,328 /mo1 unit available
H-B92 bed2 bath959 sqft$3,088–$4,519 /mo1 unit available
H-B32 bed1 bath829 sqft$3,261–$3,712 /mo1 unit available
O-B22 bed2 bath1,193 sqft$3,286–$4,809 /mo1 unit available
M-B12 bed2 bath1,036 sqft$3,359–$3,851 /mo1 unit available
H-B122 bed2 bath1,120 sqft$3,388–$5,068 /mo2 units available
H-B82 bed2 bath956 sqft$3,407–$4,987 /mo1 unit available
H-B132 bed2 bath1,150 sqft$3,426–$5,015 /mo1 unit available
H-B102 bed2 bath1,027 sqft$3,437–$5,031 /mo1 unit available
O-B32 bed2 bath1,026 sqft$3,507–$5,162 /mo4 units available
M-B62 bed2 bath936 sqft$3,507–$5,250 /mo3 units available
P-B12 bed2 bath970 sqft$3,619–$5,311 /mo2 units available

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About The Beacon Jersey City

HomeApartments in Jersey CityBergen - Lafayette The Beacon Jersey City

The Beacon Jersey City cost $1,912–$5,311 per month. Located at 126 Clifton Pl, Jersey City, NJ 07304, USA, The Beacon Jersey City has studio — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Jersey City, renting an apartment at The Beacon Jersey City is 83% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Jersey City include but are not limited to: 10 Commerce Ct, 7650 River Rd, 321 S Broad St, 42 Vesey St


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Beacon Jersey City is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Beacon Jersey City has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Beacon Jersey City
Price·10A 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.
The Beacon Jersey City offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
The Beacon Jersey City goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Beacon Jersey City receives one of the highest amenities scores.
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 Beacon Jersey City 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Beacon Jersey City to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 Beacon Jersey City compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.8 miles away

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Rent trends in Bergen - Lafayette

Studio apartments at The Beacon Jersey City cost about 1% more than the average rent price for studios in Bergen - Lafayette.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in Bergen - Lafayette.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Beacon Jersey City to be 26% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bergen - Lafayette.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Bergen - Lafayette
Jersey City
A table of studio rental data trends in Jersey City
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,824
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
March 2026$2,827
April 2026$2,393
May 2026$2,425
June 2026$2,529
July 2026$2,550
August 2026$2,550
September 2026$2,601
October 2026$2,641
November 2026$2,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Bergen - Lafayette
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,165
December 2024$2,273
January 2025$2,240
February 2025$2,190
March 2025$2,135
April 2025$2,090
May 2025$1,988
June 2025$1,964
July 2025$1,948
August 2025$1,920
September 2025$1,941
October 2025$2,002
November 2025$2,080
December 2025$2,047
January 2026$2,034
February 2026$2,065
March 2026$2,060
April 2026$2,055
May 2026$2,087
June 2026$2,091
July 2026$2,035
August 2026$2,099
September 2026$2,132
October 2026$2,110
November 2026$2,023

Affordability calculator

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$80,440/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,440 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $2,011.
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Schools near The Beacon Jersey City

Joseph H. Brensinger School - P.S. 17

600 bergen ave

jersey city, NJ, 7304

K-8Public
B-

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

425 johnston ave

jersey city, NJ, 7304

PK, K-12Public

Patricia M. Noonan School Ps #26

164 laidlaw ave

jersey city, NJ, 7306

PK, K-5Public
B

P.S. 94M

55 battery pl

new york, NY, 10280

K-12Public

Early Childhood Center of the Ironbound

697 market st

newark, NJ, 7105

PKPublic
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Getting around Jersey City near 126 Clifton Pl

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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 126 Clifton Pl, Jersey City

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
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

Explore the area around 126 Clifton Pl

Jetro
1 Amity St
Summit Food Market
197 Summit Ave
Juana Deli & Grocery
17 Jewett Ave
Gareeb Nawaz Inc
580 Montgomery St
Rinconcito Copaneco
15 Jordan Ave
Intapol
100 Amity St
Kiros Custom Tailor
61A Baldwin Ave
Medical Center Custom Tailor
61A Baldwin Ave
Urban Rose Boutique Salon
325 Summit Ave
Discount Store
783 Bergen Ave
Crave Burger Cafe
61 Baldwin Ave
3 Coffee Beans Restaurant
658 Montgomery St
Dunkin'
739 Bergen Ave
Ko Cafe
722 Grand St
The Grind Shop
293 Suydam Ave
Astor Bar & Grill
725 Montgomery St
Moore's Place
189 Monticello Ave
McGinley Square Pub
755 Montgomery St
The Factory
451 Communipaw Ave
Hookah Hut LLC
502 Bergen Ave
Wei Chuan International Inc
80 Amity St
A La Carte Specialty Foods LLC
17 Orchard St
Montgomery Farm
530 Montgomery St
Herbal Tea House
740 Grand St
E & F Food Market Inc
867 Bergen Ave
Playground
Recreation Ground
Bergen Hill Park
Mary Benson Park
Lafayette Park
La Brujeria
200 Summit Ave
Paparazzi Pizza
200 Summit Ave
One World Pizza
49 Baldwin Ave
Alyce
641 Montgomery St
Crave Burger Cafe
61 Baldwin Ave
Baldwin Ave / Clifton Pl
Ocean Avenue - Journal Square, Newport Mall - Journal Square
Baldwin Ave / Clifton Pl
Ocean Avenue - Journal Square, Newport Mall - Journal Square
Summit Ave / Fairmount Ave
Ocean Avenue - Journal Square, Newport Mall - Journal Square
Montgomery St / Mill Rd
Ocean Avenue - Journal Square, Newport Mall - Journal Square, Montgomery St - West Side Avenue
Baldwin Ave / Montgomery St
Ocean Avenue - Journal Square, Newport Mall - Journal Square
Hoboken
Bergen County Line, Main Line, Pascack Valley Line, Gladstone Branch, Morristown Line, Port Jervis Line, Montclair-Boonton Line, Meadowlands Line
Secaucus Lower Level
Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Bergen County Line, Main Line, Morristown Line, Pascack Valley Line, Montclair-Boonton Line, Port Jervis Line, Raritan Valley Line, Gladstone Branch, Meadowlands Line
Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
Northeast Regional, Acela, Keystone Service, Empire Service, Vermonter, Adirondack, Carolinian, Crescent, Ethan Allen Express, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Palmetto, Pennsylvanian, Silver Meteor, Cardinal
Penn Station
Babylon Branch, Ronkonkoma Branch, Port Jefferson Branch, Port Washington Branch, Long Beach Branch, Far Rockaway Branch, Hempstead Branch, West Hempstead Branch, City Terminal Zone, Montauk Branch, Oyster Bay Branch
New York Penn Station
Northeast Corridor, Morristown Line, North Jersey Coast Line, Montclair-Boonton Line, Raritan Valley Line, Gladstone Branch
Garfield Avenue
West Side Avenue - Tonnelle Avenue
Garfield Avenue
8th Street - Hoboken Terminal
Journal Square
Newark - World Trade Center, Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken
Liberty State Park-Ride
8th Street - Hoboken Terminal
Liberty State Park-Ride
West Side Avenue - Tonnelle Avenue

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