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$5,750 /month

281.5 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

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What This Apartment Offers

Welcome home to this charming ground-floor duplex offering 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a private backyard in the heart of Downtown Jersey City! Nestled... within a historic brownstone, this bright and inviting home seamlessly blends classic character with modern updates. Features include beautifully refinished hardwood floors, exposed brick accents, and an updated kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer, stylish white cabinetry, sleek white countertops, and ample cabinet space. The duplex layout offers a comfortable separation of living and sleeping areas. The main level features an open-concept kitchen and living room area, with a convenient half bath, and a formal dining room that leads directly to a private backyard, which provides the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying your own outdoor retreat in the city. The upstairs level offers two generously sized bedrooms and one completely renovated full bathroom. The apartment has been freshly painted. Perfectly situated just minutes from the Grove Street PATH Station, this home offers an easy commute to Manhattan and beyond. Located in one of Jersey City's most sought-after neighborhoods, you'll be surrounded by boutique markets, gourmet dining, shopping, parks, schools, and multiple transportation options, including PATH trains and NYC bus routes. Experience the best of urban living in a prime Downtown Jersey City location. MLS ID 260014925

Unit 3

  • $5,750 / month
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1100 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Apartment Features

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Intercom
  • Oven

Community Features

  • Storage Space

281.5 2nd St Unit 3 is an apartment for rent in Jersey City, NJ

Apartment Details

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • 1100 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Washer and Dryer

Basement

  • Partially Finished Basement

Home Security

  • Intercom

Lot Details

  • Back Yard

Location

  • Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Radiator
  • Window Unit Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: All personal items
  • Legal Lot and Block 3 / 11114

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Property Address:
281.5 2nd St,
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Listed by
JOSE RAMOS | SERHANT NEW JERSEY LLC
Phone Number: (201) 936-7569

Copyright © 2026 Hudson County Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Exceptional public transit90 / 100

Driveability

Somewhat drivable30 / 100

Bikeability

Very bikeable80 / 100

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Soundscore

Active72 / 100

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Travel and Transit

Subway
2 min Drive
West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue - Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Subway
2 min Drive
West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue - Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Subway
4 min Drive
West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue - Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Subway
3 min Drive
West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue - Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
Newark Liberty International
12 min Drive
EWR
Airport
LaGuardia
31 min Drive
LGA
Airport
John F Kennedy International
40 min Drive
JFK

Local Education

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Hudson Co. Comm. College

Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)

Saint Peter's College

Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)

Stevens Inst. of Technology

Drive: 11 min (3.1 mi)

Boro. of Manhattan Comm. Coll.

Drive: 9 min (3.5 mi)

Discover Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 281.5 2nd St Unit 3 proximity to Metro Plaza at Jersey City, Old Colony Square Center, and Newport Centre. Metro Plaza at Jersey City is 0.9 miles away, and Old Colony Square Center is within an 11 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Downtown Jersey City is exceptional public transit. Within 1.9 miles of 281.5 2nd St Unit 3, you’ll find Harsimus Cove, Jersey Avenue, and Harborside Financial Center.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 281.5 2nd St Unit 3 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including Liberty Landing Marina, Liberty Science Center, and Ellis Island National Monument.

Airports

Living in Downtown Jersey City provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 12 minutes from 281.5 2nd St Unit 3. Another nearby airport is LaGuardia, located 13.1 miles away.

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