
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 1 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $700 (87 Rentals)
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209 Prospect St

Glenwood Apartments

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

268 Lincoln St, Unit 3rd Fl

211 N 19th St

25 N Harrison St, Unit 907

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71 4th Ave, Unit 4
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Indigo 141

The Harrison

55 Washington St

227 North Walnut

Hue Soul

60 Parkway Dr E, Unit 60 Parkway

407 William St

Georgian Gardens

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Embark

151 N Walnut St
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130 Prospect Street Apartments

The Renaissance

312 Park Avenue Apartments

230 North Munn

Rockledge Apartments

65-67 4th Avenue

742 Park Avenue West

95 N Walnut St

268 Prospect St

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Arlington Court Apartments

Sunrise Village

317 William St

363 Park Ave

75 N Walnut St

Executive House

110 Washington St

The Clinton Grand North

60 Washington Street Apartments

249 Prospect Street 2013, LLC
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70 Carlton St

11 Ampere Plaza

266 4th Ave, LLC

Williams Terrace

Washington Towers

33 Ampere Plz

The Vizcaya

210 Springdale Ave

255 Prospect St

284 Prospect St
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Ward 1, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 1?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 1 Studio Apartments | $2,147 | $1,428 | $2,580 |
| Ward 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $1,200 | $3,765 |
| Ward 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $1,395 | $3,995 |
| Ward 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $1,900 | $3,195 |
| Ward 1 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,775 | $1,775 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ward 1 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Ward 1 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 1 area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Renaissance priced from $1,150. 11 Ampere Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Renaissance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 11 Ampere Plaza | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Glenwood Apartments | Studio Lrg | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Hill Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| PEEK Arlington Grove, LLC - 61 N Arlington Ave | 61 N Arlington Avenue - 4D | 2BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| Glenwood Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Indigo 141 | Indigo II Boutique Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 140 Washington St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, NJ
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.09 price per square foot 212 Oakwood Pl Model at 212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the 212 Oakwood Pl Model at 212 Oakwood Pl starting at $2,400 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 1 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level | 212 Oakwood Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 212 Oakwood Pl | 212 Oakwood Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 71 4th Ave, Unit 4 | 71 4th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 123 Elm St, Unit 1 | 123 Elm St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Glenwood Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Hill Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Harrison | Harrison Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 165 Central Pl, Unit 3 | 165 Central Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| PEEK Arlington Grove, LLC - 61 N Arlington Ave | 61 N Arlington Avenue - 4D | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Renaissance | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Ward 1, East Orange, and the greater New York City area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 1 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ward 1?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward 1 is under $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 1?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 1 is 11 Ampere Plaza which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Ward 1 costs $4,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward 1?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 45 regular apartments in Ward 1 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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