Elevate the way you live.
Introducing Ascent a new 71-unit luxury rental in Jersey City's vibrant Bergen-Lafayette. With upscale design, smart amenities, and a strong sense of place, Ascent offers a bold new take on urban living.
Residences range from studios to 3-bedrooms, each designed for comfort and style. Enjoy white oak flooring, oversized windows, and open layouts. Kitchens feature white matte uppers, Pearwood lowers, fossil gray quartz counters, matte black fixtures, and premium appliances. Bathrooms are serene with greige tiling, black accents, and sleek storage. Every home includes an in-unit washer/dryer.
The internal staircase ties together three levels of amenities creating a vertical, connected community. Start in the welcoming lobby lounge, step outside to a landscaped patio with seating, games, and dog run. The Longo Room, a curated gathering space, celebrates the site's civic past.
Upstairs, enjoy a game room with arcade favorites, an indoor lounge, coworking space with fireplace, dual fitness centers for strength and cardio/yoga, and a rooftop terrace with grills and skyline views.
Walk to Liberty State Park, local shops, dining, and transit including the PATH and Journal Square.
This is Ascent. Come home to higher living.
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
Air conditioning (wall unit)
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 | -- | Now | $2,125 |
 | -- | Now | $2,375 |
 | -- | Now | $2,400 |
 | -- | Now | $2,450 |
What's special
Business center
Work from home mode: activated
This building features access to a business center. Less than 13% of buildings in Jersey City have this amenity.
Oversized windowsSkyline viewsDual fitness centersIndoor loungeWhite oak flooringRooftop terrace with grillsPearwood lowers
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Business Center
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Lounge
Other
- Laundry: In Unit
Outdoor common areas
- Garden
- Rooftop Deck
Security
- Controlled Access
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- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Cooling
- Wall Mounted Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Hardwood
Heating
- Electric
- Gas
Policies
Parking
- covered
Lease terms
- One year
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
Neighborhood: McGinley Square
- Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
Centered around West Side and Bergen-Lafayette, 07304 blends tree-lined blocks and prewar walk-ups with renovated lofts near Communipaw Avenue. Expect a four-season climate with breezy summers and brisk winters, plus easy access to green space at Lincoln Park’s trails, track, tennis courts, and Skyway Golf Course at Lincoln Park West, as well as fields and play areas at Berry Lane Park. You’ll find everyday conveniences along West Side Avenue and Bergen Avenue—international grocers, bodegas, coffee shops, and global eats (from Caribbean to dumplings)—alongside local gyms and yoga studios, and broader shopping at Hudson Mall and big-box stores off Route 440. Evenings are low-key with neighborhood bars and cafes, weekend pick-up games in the park, and seasonal markets and murals that showcase a creative streak; it’s friendly to both families and pets, with plenty of dog-walking routes. Transit is straightforward: Hudson-Bergen Light Rail stops at West Side Avenue, Garfield Avenue, and MLK Drive, with buses to Journal Square PATH and quick highway links via Route 440 and 1&9. Recent market trends show median rent hovering in the mid-$2,000s, with most listings roughly $2,000–$3,100 depending on size and finish.
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in Jersey City
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Julia A. Barnes No. 12 Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Ascent?
Ascent has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of Ascent?
Ascent has a transit score of 73, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to Ascent?
The schools assigned to Ascent include Julia A. Barnes No. 12 Elementary School and Lincoln High School.
Does Ascent have in-unit laundry?
Yes, Ascent has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is Ascent in?
Ascent is in the McGinley Square neighborhood in Jersey City, NJ.
