Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 1 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,300 (29 Rentals)

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property at 60 Parkway Dr

$1,300

Studio Rentals

Available Now

60 Parkway Dr

East OrangeNJ07017

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property at 29 High St

$1,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

29 High St

West OrangeNJ07052
property at 295 Franklin St

$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

295 Franklin St

BloomfieldNJ07003

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property at 49 N Day St

$1,778 - $2,444

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

49 N Day St

OrangeNJ07050

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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 363 Park Ave priced from $1,375. The Harrison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
The HarrisonHarrison StudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments Near Train Station1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of UnitsIndigo II Boutique StudioStudio,1BA$1,700
106 South Harrison Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, NJ

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 650 Park Avenue in the in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood starting from $2,244. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Station at East Orange starting at $2,595 with a $2.16 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.
650 Park Avenue2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
The Station at East OrangeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.16
Riley Realty, LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.04
200 Glenwood Ave, Unit 1200 Glenwood Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
55 Washington St1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.12
125 Washington St, Unit 125 WASHINGTON125 Washington St1BR,1BA$1.89
111 Glenwood AvenueOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$2.18
26 Ella St, Unit 2R26 Ella St1BR,1BA$2.19
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments Near Train Station1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06

Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 1

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 1?

There are currently 318 Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,225 to $3,855. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 1 ranging from $1,300 to $4,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 1?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 1 ranges from $1,300 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,848.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!