Thanks everyone for all the responses so far.

Further info


-For rent, I'm looking for something between $1300 and $1800 (looking for a 1BR).
-I won't have a car with me when I move.
-I don't want to be more than 11-12 minutes' walk from the PATH, BUT I'm willing to be in a place where I can take the bus to Port Authority
-My office that I'll be commuting to is in the Soho area of Manhattan.
-In terms of neighborhood, I'd like to be in one that feels like a community. I've lived in neighborhoods (both in New York City and Chicago) that just felt like groups of transients, and I don't want that for the next place I live.

Thanks!

After several years living in Chicago, I'm moving back to New Jersey. Jersey City is one of the locations I'm considering because I'll be working in Manhattan.

Although I'm a native of New Jersey (grew up in Central Jersey and my parents still live there), I'm not too familiar with Jersey City, so I have a few questions.

-What's the public transit situation like? I have heard things both positive and negative about the PATH and light rail systems.

-What are some good neighborhoods for commuters (e.g., easy access to the train, etc.)

-What do you like most/least about living in Jersey City?

Thanks!