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Highlights

  • Spacious floor plans
  • In-unit laundry
  • Modern living
  • Modern finishes
  • Sleek finishes
  • Contemporary open-concept layouts

Location

280 Fairmount Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, USA|McGinley Square
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Management

Tuli Realty LLC

Leasing office

(973) 535-9000

Property Overview

The Fairmount at McGinley receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, indicating it is an excellent option for renters, with a perfect price and amenities rating of 10. Noteworthy features include spacious floor plans with modern finishes, in-unit laundry, and contemporary layouts, while its prime location provides easy access to schools and amenities. With a trustworthiness rating of 8, this property exemplifies transparency in its offerings, supported by extensive visual documentation that enhances its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” 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 Fairmount at McGinley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Fairmount at McGinley 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath596 sqft$2,400 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Fairmount at McGinley — a brand-new, thoughtfully designed apartment community in the heart of Jersey City. Just moments from the Journal Square PATH station, The Fairmount offers unmatched convenience for Manhattan commuters without sacrificing space, style, or comfort. Choose from a variety of spacious, light-filled floor plans featuring sleek finishes, in-unit laundry, and contemporary open-concept layouts. Enjoy the ease of garage parking available for an additional fee and the peace of mind that comes with new construction quality. Featuring a rooftop lounge with Manhattan views, bicycle storage, and 24/7 Virtual Security for our residents. Whether you're heading into the city or staying local, The Fairmount at McGinley is your perfect home base — modern living in close reach of everything. To schedule a tour please feel free to contact 973-535-9000 #1. Experience luxury living—explore more available apartments on our website: http tulire com The images provided showcase the new construction and represent the standard of modern finishes, fixtures, and luxury living.
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath851 sqft$2,700 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Fairmount at McGinley — a brand-new, thoughtfully designed apartment community in the heart of Jersey City. Just moments from the Journal Square PATH station, The Fairmount offers unmatched convenience for Manhattan commuters without sacrificing space, style, or comfort. Choose from a variety of spacious, light-filled floor plans featuring sleek finishes, in-unit laundry, and contemporary open-concept layouts. Enjoy the ease of garage parking available for an additional fee and the peace of mind that comes with new construction quality. Featuring a rooftop lounge with Manhattan views, bicycle storage, and 24/7 Virtual Security for our residents. Whether you're heading into the city or staying local, The Fairmount at McGinley is your perfect home base — modern living in close reach of everything. To schedule a tour please feel free to contact 973-535-9000 #1. Experience luxury living—explore more available apartments on our website: http tulire com The images provided showcase the new construction and represent the standard of modern finishes, fixtures, and luxury living.

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Amenities for The Fairmount at McGinley

Apartment Amenities

No Utilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Laundry: Washer/DryerMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Bicycle StorageOnsite Laundry
Roof Deck

Grounds

Garage ParkingStorage
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One-time. Refundable.

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About The Fairmount at McGinley

HomeApartments in Jersey CityMcGinley Square The Fairmount at McGinley

Welcome to The Fairmount at McGinley — a brand-new, thoughtfully designed apartment community in the heart of Jersey City. Just moments from the Journal Square PATH station, The Fairmount offers unmatched convenience for Manhattan commuters without sacrificing space, style, or comfort. Choose from a variety of spacious, light-filled floor plans featuring sleek finishes, in-unit laundry, and contemporary open-concept layouts. Enjoy the ease of garage parking available for an additional fee and the peace of mind that comes with new construction quality. Featuring a rooftop lounge with Manhattan views, bicycle storage, and 24/7 Virtual Security for our residents. Whether you're heading into the city or staying local, The Fairmount at McGinley is your perfect home base — modern living in close reach of everything. To schedule a tour please feel free to contact 973-535-9000 #1. Experience luxury living—explore more available apartments on our website: http tulire com The images provided showcase the new construction and represent the standard of modern finishes, fixtures, and luxury living.


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 Fairmount at McGinley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Fairmount at McGinley 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 Fairmount at McGinley
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 Fairmount at McGinley 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·10A 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 Fairmount at McGinley stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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 Fairmount at McGinley 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 Fairmount at McGinley 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.

The Fairmount at McGinley is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Fairmount at McGinley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 190 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 449 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 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 middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in McGinley Square

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 30% higher than 1-bedrooms in McGinley Square.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Fairmount at McGinley to be 16% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in McGinley Square.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
McGinley Square
Jersey City
A table of studio rental data trends in Jersey City
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,885
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
December 2025$2,986
January 2026$2,927
February 2026$2,859
March 2026$2,848
A table of studio rental data trends in McGinley Square
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,950
April 2024$1,950
May 2024$1,971
June 2024$1,950
July 2024$1,962
August 2024$2,012
September 2024$2,050
October 2024$2,025
November 2024$2,015
December 2024$1,993
January 2025$1,975
February 2025$1,962
March 2025$1,860
April 2025$1,900
May 2025$1,767
June 2025$1,785
July 2025$1,717
August 2025$1,907
September 2025$1,900
January 2026$2,114
February 2026$2,116
March 2026$2,063

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$96,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,400.
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Schools near The Fairmount at McGinley

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 280 Fairmount Ave

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 280 Fairmount Ave, 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
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

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-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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