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NEWLY RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN "RED HOT" JERSEY CITY HEIGHTS SECTION. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS ONE! Some pix are virtually staged.
291 Central Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07307
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
Available units
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 Unit C1 2 bd, 1 ba | 700 | Now | Fees may apply $1,848 |
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Microwave oven
- Refrigerator
Neighborhood: The Heights
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in Jersey City
Charles E. Trefurt School
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Franklin L Williams Middle School No7
Grades 6-8 • 0.6 miles5/10
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3/10Student Progress Rating
5/10William L. Dickinson High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.1 miles1/10
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2/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Living in Jersey City
The Heights sits on the Palisades, a high ridge above the rest of Jersey City, with broad views toward Manhattan and the Hudson River. Its elevated setting brings breezes and a change in street level from the waterfront, while the climate follows the region’s four-season pattern. Riverview-Fisk Park offers open green space and skyline views, and Washington Park has paths and recreation areas. The neighborhood’s history is reflected in its residential streets and older architecture. Central Avenue is a mainstay for cafés, restaurants, grocery stores and everyday shopping; local dining ranges from casual takeout to sit-down spots. Arts and nightlife are more low-key than downtown, with small venues and bars nearby. Residents use buses, light rail connections and stairs or elevators down the Palisades, as well as bike routes and sidewalks. For The Heights, median rent is $2,500 per month, with a typical range of $645 to $25,806.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 291 Central Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
291 Central Ave is located at 291 Central Ave in The Heights, Jersey City, NJ. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Renatos, Andrea Salumeria, and Dulce De Leche Bakery.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 291 Central Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 291 Central Ave include Dr. Politis & Kaki (0.5 miles away), Hudson Eye Physicians and Surgeons (0.9 miles away), and Hoboken University Medical Center (0.9 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 291 Central Ave?
The schools assigned to 291 Central Ave include Charles E. Trefurt School, Franklin L Williams Middle School No7, and William L. Dickinson High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 291 Central Ave?
291 Central Ave is located near 2 grocery stores, including Riverview-Fisk Park Farmer's Market (0.4 miles) and Whole Foods Market Daily Shop (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including 14th Street Garden Center, are approximately 0.9 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 291 Central Ave?
291 Central Ave is located within 0.3 miles of Christa McAuliffe School, 0.6 miles of Jersey City Global Charter School, and 0.9 miles of Eastern International College.
