Pleasant View Gardens
1 - 2 Beds
$1,889 - $2,819
$1,600 /month
491 Mercer St, Jersey City, NJ 07306
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Click here for more information.What This House Offers
Well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the desirable Journal Square section of Jersey City. This inviting home features a spacious living area, an... eat-in kitchen with a refrigerator, gas range/oven, and ample cabinet space, tile flooring in the kitchen for easy maintenance, and hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. Conveniently located approximately 8 blocks from the Journal Square PATH Station and just a short drive to the Holland Tunnel, offering easy access for commuters. Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood close to public transportation, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences. A great opportunity to own in one of Jersey City's most sought-after locations. MLS ID 260013060
Unit
- $1,600 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- Available Now
Home Features
- Oven
491 Mercer St is a single-family home for rent in Jersey City, NJ
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Home Design
- Rowhouse Architecture
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
Location
- Property is near park, public transit, schools, shops, and bus stop
Utilities
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 2 / 13502
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Explore Commute Options
Destination Address
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Get In Touch
Property Address: 491 Mercer St,
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Listed by
ERIN DOWNS | COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLCPhone Number: (917) 833-7322
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Scores provided by 
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Travel and Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
Newark Liberty International
11 min Drive
Airport
LaGuardia
33 min Drive
Airport
John F Kennedy International
42 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Martin Luther King, Jr No. 11 Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Primary Prep Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Hudson Catholic Regional High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Saint Peter's College
Walk: 8 min (0.4 mi)
Hudson Co. Comm. College
Walk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
New Jersey City University
Drive: 4 min (2.1 mi)
Stevens Inst. of Technology
Drive: 11 min (3.9 mi)
Discover McGinley Square, Jersey City, NJ
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 491 Mercer St proximity to 2819-2827 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Old Colony Square Center, and 741-743 Communipaw Ave. 2819-2827 John F. Kennedy Blvd is 0.9 miles away, and Old Colony Square Center is within a 16 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 491 Mercer St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.8 miles. Transit options include Garfield Avenue and Martin Luther King Drive.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 491 Mercer St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Liberty Science Center, Liberty Landing Marina, and Ellis Island National Monument.
Airports
Living in McGinley Square provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 13 minutes from 491 Mercer St. Another nearby airport is LaGuardia, located 14.1 miles away.
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