53 Wright Ave #5, Jersey City, NJ 07306
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 700 sqft

53 Wright Ave #5, Jersey City, NJ 07306

Journal Square

Home Highlights

Apartment
700 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Freshly painted

Heat & water included.
53 Wright Ave #5, Jersey City, NJ 07306 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 sqft apartment in Journal Square. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $1,650 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 27, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,148/month.

Home Details for 53 Wright Ave #5

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 53 Wright Ave #5

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17 Wallis Ave, Jersey City, NJ
0.09
Apartment
$22,200
06/01/26
2
1
1,853 sqft
422 Saint Pauls Ave #1, Jersey City, NJ
0.37
Apartment
$1,600
08/01/26
2
1
700 sqft
1015 W Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ
0.18
Apartment
$995,000
10/02/25
1
1
600 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #1110, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
-
-
-
-
161 Van Wagenen Ave #1005, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,800
12/23/25
1
1
638 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #407, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,650
09/10/25
1
1
562 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #907, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,700
10/18/25
1
1
562 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #309, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,650
09/17/25
1
1
562 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #710, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,600
11/19/25
1
1
562 sqft
161 Van Wagenen Ave #1106, Jersey City, NJ
0.31
Apartment
$2,860
09/09/25
1
1
562 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Journal Square

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,148/mo
Average rent
$2.5K
Available listings
279
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Neighborhood Overview

Journal Square
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What Locals Say about Journal Square

At least 565 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say it's quiet

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say parking is easy

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rob
    "There are a lot of things that you can do in all areas of Jersey City - good food, nice parks and areas to walk around in. "
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  • Wbcq59r6pc
    "Halloween & Christmas. These two events make children and families happy.. United families, love and smiles"
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  • Mitchellgore21
    "There are lots of families nearby that makes me feel homey and safe. Frequently there are farmers markets and neighbors are open to talking."
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  • Robert LaPene
    "Look out for each other. It is far better to look out and be aware of your surroundings as well as take care of your area of the city in which you live, work, visit. "
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  • Baldwin Neighbor
    "Its up and rising. When I moved here everything was under construction but after 2 years the area has changed a lot. Its still under construction but you can see its improved a lot. In 2 more years Journal Sq will definitely be very different."
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  • Brandon Lipman
    "Poop, garbage and debris on sidewalks. Not much grass space either. At least there is a solid police presence."
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes I think it is important for parents to know this information for there kids and what kind of area they going to live in "
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  • Trulia User
    "amazing and frequent local transport helps me in my commute...I love staying here whether using bus or path "
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  • Trulia User
    "Finding parking is the only hardship in this neighborhood but overall it’s a great place. The neighbors are friendly and it’s a safe place for kids to play outside."
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  • Trulia User
    "It stand out and it has thing that not every neighborhood has and it it is good for kids, pets any it will be gone but the packages you have to watch out for them "
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  • Trulia User
    "Transportation and communication from my place is fantastic, I do travel to Network by using the path trains and it is very convenient."
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  • Trulia User
    "Awesome area for families. Very close to public transportation. NYC is about 10 mins away. Very dog friendly. Beautiful park near the water front with spectacular views of NYC. Lots of restaurants "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes they would like to there is a lot of dogs but not every owner is great so just be aware of others."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great parks, diverse, lots of kids. Area is very noisy (you can hear loud music through windows depending on your block) trash on sidewalks have gotten worse east of Broadway."
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  • Trulia User
    "Rents are expensive. Easy accessible to many locations. Fish markets are not available nearby. Rents are expensive. Easy accessible to many locations. Fish markets are not available nearby "
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  • Trulia User
    "All parents should know that no matter where you live on the planet there are good places and bad places. Don't be blinded by Downtowns charm, beautiful homes, and great people. Watch your children closely you never know who is watching them. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy comite ko isies - little bit walk to station but that is okay convinient for many other public tansport options "
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  • Trulia User
    "Bien and raised in the heights. It’s safe and neighborly. Lots of businesses. Great schools. It’s very clean. "
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  • Btrz2230
    "There are many activities to do that are kid friendly and all kinds of families to learn from, it is very diverse. "
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  • Alicia F.
    "It’s super quiet on Sundays, love the diversity, and the proximity to the Journal Square PATH station is very convenient."
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  • Sirisha S.
    "I am living in this area from 5 years and love this area. Very friendly , easy accessible e, frequent public transport around , nearly new York and many. I recommend this area "
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  • Harmon N.
    "it's all very easy and efficient. I can get to anywhere from here and that is really great. neighbourhood is safe and there is a good mixture of people."
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  • Toro0513
    "City feel without being overwhelmed by skyscrapers. More of a community. Great restaurants. Nice people "
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  • Janine D.
    "Good safe neighborhood. Good restaurants and public transportation. The rent is expensive for better accommodations and buying a decent home is virtually impossible on the better neighborhoods."
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  • Anonymous
    "Neighborhood isn’t really anything outstanding. If you live in Journal Square it’s probably because you want to be close to the PATH or you love Indian food and culture. "
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  • Melanie.ennis
    "There are no community events in this area, but the farmers market in journal square is nice. Aaaaaaaaaa"
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  • Lmt3579
    "It’s been a pretty quiet neighborhood and people respect each other! But I don’t know if still going to be like his in couple of year because of the new people coming in in Jersey City! No playground close here that should be a good addition to the neighborhood and more restaurants to dine in.. nonetheless I still like living here in the because of the convenient of traveling to NY "
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  • Lilianneis
    "tons of development is going around in every corner, literally every corner. this area is the last Path stop that hasn't been developed yet a nd I see the change very rapidly. "
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  • Farhan T.
    "Trash every where, there should be a tricky laws for people who trash on the road, sidewalk & corners of the buildings, roads are horrible, they should re build the roads also sidewalk."
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  • DrDMS
    "Best access to transportation ( bus, train, light rail, ferry). Everything is in walking distance and reach. No car needed. Commuter city and good for young professionals. "
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  • Karla V.
    "Is a great neighborhood... I love jersey city since I feel safe , and i also have friendly neighbors "
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  • Emanfares1312
    "The college and the stores around it theirs a court and right next to us with 2-3 blocks their is the subway train as well we are big fans of Starbucks so it’s right their away with only 2 blocks right next to the subway train which is next to Mc Donald’s, Wendy’s, Taco Bell, and more etc."
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  • Annapatriciaescoto
    "commute to NYC is easy and fast via Path train. 99% reliable service. uber and lyft are accessible as well"
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  • Alejandro G.
    "Journal Square leasing’s prices are going up every day more !! Around the Path Train Station !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Yash K.
    "i dont think dog owners might live here where I live as it doesn't looks that good. "
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  • K
    "You may see dogs from time to time but depending on the owners, they may not want you dog to interact with there’s. "
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  • Emilyrwojcik
    "Lots of people and traffic at certain times of the day... also, there are restaurants nearby so people may throw bones on the floor."
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  • Gypson J.
    "No I don’t see too many dog near this area because people are scared about the dogs and they don’t walk often the dogs on this street.."
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  • Marrie B.
    "Dog owners would like walking their dogs in my neighborhood because they get to meet all other dogs around who walk regularly. "
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  • Kwamea J.
    "Business/Suburban district everything is very convenient. Court house, food vendors, jobs, school, transportation center nearby"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,650
Jan 6, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,650
Dec 17, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,650
Nov 21, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,700
Price decreased by 6%
Nov 18, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,800

Frequently asked questions about 53 Wright Ave #5

  • Is Jersey City a buyer's or seller's market?
    Jersey City is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Jersey City?
    The median sale price in Jersey City is $703K. That is up $29.92K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Journal Square neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Journal Square neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Journal Square, Jersey City.
  • What are the closest schools to 53 Wright Ave #5?
    The closest schools to 53 Wright Ave #5 in Jersey City, NJ are Mahatma K. Gandhi School (Pre-K/Elementary/Middle, rated 5/10), William L. Dickinson High School (rated 1/10).
  • Does 53 Wright Ave #5 have air conditioning?
    Yes, 53 Wright Ave #5 in Jersey City, NJ has air conditioning.
  • Does 53 Wright Ave #5 have parking?
    Yes, 53 Wright Ave #5 in Jersey City, NJ has on-site parking.

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