Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 1 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $700 (19 Rentals)

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151 N Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

151 N Walnut St

151 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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249 Prospect St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

249 Prospect St

249 Prospect StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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75-81 N Arlington Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

75-81 N Arlington Ave

75-81 N Arlington AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Sunrise Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Village

209-215 N Arlington AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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230 North Munn
1 Bedroom Apartments

230 North Munn

230 N Munn StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Rockledge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rockledge Apartments

94 S Harrison StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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95 N Walnut St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

95 N Walnut St

95 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017

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baldwin
3 Bedroom Apartments

baldwin

4 Baldwin StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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268 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

268 Prospect St

268 Prospect StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Arlington Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Court Apartments

212-220 N Arlington AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Washington Dodd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Dodd

587 Carroll StOrange, NJ 07050
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Sloane Realty
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sloane Realty

120-158 Cleveland StOrange, NJ 07050
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On Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

On Apartments

141 Cleveland StOrange, NJ 07050
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Ward 1, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

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 11 Ampere Plaza priced from $1,350. 363 Park Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11 Ampere PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
111 Glenwood AvenueOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1,500
The HarrisonHarrison StudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, NJ

As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.14 price per square foot 174 N 17th St Model at 174 N 17th St, Unit Floor 1 in the in the Ward 1 neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the 353 N Grove St Model at 353 N Grove St, Unit R 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Ward 1 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 1 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
174 N 17th St, Unit Floor 1174 N 17th St2BR,1BA$1.14
353 N Grove St, Unit R 1353 N Grove St2BR,1BA$1.30
650 Park Avenue2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
The Station at East OrangeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.16
33 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1FL33 Jefferson Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
162 Hickory St, Unit 3rd floor apartment162 Hickory St2BR,1BA$2.00
55 Washington St1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.12
111 Glenwood AvenueOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments Near Train Station1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 1, East Orange, NJ

Ranked #3

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward 1?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward 1 is at 11 Ampere Plaza listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment is $1,500 at 111 Glenwood Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward 1 Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward 1 is starting from $1,850 at 363 Park Ave.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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