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The Park View At 320

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

363 Park Ave

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 104

25 N Harrison St, Unit 303

107 New St

Glenwood Apartments

227 N Oraton Pkwy, Unit 307

76 E Park St, Unit 8
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41 Watson Ave

11 Ampere Plaza

The Harrison

194 Park Ave, Unit 1-A1

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 412

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207

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24 N 18th St, Unit #3

151 N Walnut St

38 S Walnut St
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249 Prospect St

94 S Munn Ave

130 Prospect Street Apartments

Chestnut Park

Munn Heritage

116 Lenox Ave

115 S Clinton St

Sunrise Village

172 William St

148 S Munn Ave
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312 Park Avenue Apartments

230 North Munn

207 S Harrison St

Rockledge Apartments

65-67 4th Avenue

95 N Walnut St

742 Park Avenue West

Arlington Court Apartments

268 Prospect St

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Ambassador Towers

75 N Walnut St

Robert Towers

24 S Grove Apartments

South Harrison Apartments

Executive House

The Clinton Grand North

60 Washington Street Apartments

100 Chestnut Street Apartments

The Twin Oaks
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East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Orange?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Orange Studio Apartments | $1,922 | $1,100 | $4,570 |
| Cheap East Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $684 | $6,405 |
| Cheap East Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $820 | $9,898 |
| Cheap East Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $600 | $6,542 |
| Cheap East Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,900 | $6,500 |
| East Orange 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,559 | $2,595 | $6,500 |
| East Orange 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available East Orange Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Orange, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Fairmount Crossing in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $820. The Residences at Clinton Hill in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Orange apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Crossing | 29.98% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Residences at Clinton Hill | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Garden Spires Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 09S | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Orange, NJ
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Orange area is the $0.27 price per square foot 15 Vernon Ave Model at 15 Vernon Ave in the in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value East Orange apartment is the 98 S Burnett St Model at 98 S Burnett St, Unit 2 starting at $2,750 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Ward 2 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Orange apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Vernon Ave | 15 Vernon Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 98 S Burnett St, Unit 2 | 98 S Burnett St | 3BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| 69 N 13th St | 69 N 13th St | Studio ,1BA | $0.63 |
| 531 S 18th St, Unit 531 S 18th Street | 531 S 18th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 24 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street | 229 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 46 1/2 3rd St | 46 1/2 3rd St | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Tiffany Manor | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| 575 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 0 | 575 Stuyvesant Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| The Residences at Clinton Hill | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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East Orange Overview
A charming and welcoming New Jersey city if there ever was one, East Orange is a wonderful option to consider for anyone looking to relocate to the heart of the Garden State. Offering plenty of modern amenities and easy access to a number of job markets, this blue collar hub of about 60,000 people has much to offer to many.
Why live in East Orange, NJ?
The Garden State is flush with excellent places to live, work and raise a family, and East Orange apartments are certainly a popular option. From the shopping options of the downtown market district to the stately historic buildings that line much of the center of the city, this New Jersey locale boasts a proud history and plenty of future opportunity.
East Orange, NJPopulation: 64,457
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Orange Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Orange?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Orange is at Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Orange Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Orange Apartment is $932 at The Residences at Clinton Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Orange Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Orange is starting from $820 at Fairmount Crossing.
What is the most affordable East Orange Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Orange Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Crossing and starts from $949.
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