The Costanza Read · how this price compares
$3,300/mo
median ask for comparable 1-bed rentals in Jersey City is $2,700/mo · based on 825 active listings
At $3,300/mo, this home is priced ~22% above the median for its class. Priced at a premium — worth seeing what justifies it.
↳ $4/sqft here vs a $3/sqft median for comparable 1-bed rentals in Jersey City
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About this home
Primely located 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment in a boutique elevator building just steps from the lush and historic Van Vorst Park. Bright open concept living room has a kitchen with a breakfast bar, beautiful bamboo flooring and large bay windows overlooking trees and the park. Spacious ensuite main bedroom with double walk-in closets, and a full bath with a jacuzzi tub where you can relax and unwind. For added convenience there is also an in-unit washer/dryer and half bath, a rare find for a 1 bedroom unit. Hard to beat the prime location of this home as you are steps from Van Vorst Park and just a short stroll from all that Downtown Jersey City has to offer including restaurants and outdoor cafes, Base gym, yoga studios, the farmers markets, Newark Ave pedestrian plaza, library, shops, Citibike, work-share space and the Grove St PATH station. Pets are subject to landlord and board approval. 1.5 months security deposit. Credit and background check required. AVAILABLE SEPT 1 or possibly sooner. Showings will start Wednesday, July 15th.
The details
Property TypeRental
StatusActive · listed today
Rent Price$3,300/mo
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms2
Living Area785 sq ft
PetsLimited
LocationJersey City, NJ 07302
MLS #260013744
Living on Barrow St
242 Barrow St #2A sits on Barrow St in Jersey City. Journal Square, Downtown and the Heights each have their own distinct character. It's within reach of the PATH and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, putting Lower Manhattan and the Jersey City waterfront minutes away. The Holland Tunnel, Route 440 and the NJ Turnpike Extension keep the rest of the region close.
As a 1-bedroom rental in Jersey City, it's the kind of turnkey listing buyers watch for — and in this market, rentals like this lease quickly. If it fits what you're after, the smart move is to see it early.
242 Barrow St #2A, Jersey City
Good to know
Is 242 Barrow St #2A still available?
Yes — it's active on the Hudson County MLS (listed today) at $3,300/mo. Text Andrew Diaz at (551) 235-3473 to confirm and book a showing.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 242 Barrow St #2A have?
It offers 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms across about 785 square feet.
How do I see 242 Barrow St #2A in person?
Tap “Request a tour,” drop your name and number, and Andrew Diaz will text you back within minutes with showing times — including this weekend.
Does 242 Barrow St #2A allow pets?
Pets are marked “Limited” on the MLS listing — ask Andrew Diaz for the specifics.
