Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 2 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $800 (69 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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38 S Walnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

38 S Walnut St

38 S Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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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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94 S Munn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

94 S Munn Ave

94 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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Chestnut Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Park

25 S Munn AveEast 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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Munn Heritage
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Munn Heritage

77 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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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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116 Lenox Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lenox Ave

116 Lenox AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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115 S Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 S Clinton St

115 S Clinton StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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172 William St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

172 William St

172 William StEast 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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207 S Harrison St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

207 S Harrison St

207 S Harrison StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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296 South Harrison
1 Bedroom Apartments

296 South Harrison

296-310 S Harrison StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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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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Arlington Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Court Apartments

212-220 N Arlington AveEast 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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The Rose
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Rose

73 Carnegie AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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PLA FOUR 24 LLC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

PLA FOUR 24 LLC

24 S Grove StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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75 N Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

75 N Walnut St

75 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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110 Washington St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

110 Washington St

110 Washington StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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The Clinton Grand North
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Clinton Grand North

14 N Clinton StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Ward 2, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward 2 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 2 area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 296 South Harrison priced from $1,249. 151 South Munn Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Ward 2 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,249
151 South Munn AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,525
The HarrisonHarrison StudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Glenwood Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1,595
The Vizcaya1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ

As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 2 area is the $0.85 price per square foot 275 Rhode Island Ave Model at 275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit in the in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Ward 2 apartment is the 36 Abbotsford Ave Model at 36 Abbotsford Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,890 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 2 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit275 Rhode Island Ave3BR,1BA$0.85
36 Abbotsford Ave, Unit 236 Abbotsford Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
130 Elmwood Ave, Unit 1130 Elmwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.52
45 Finlay Pl, Unit 145 Finlay Pl3BR,1BA$2.14
Harclay House ApartmentsLarge 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.14
30 Schuyler Ter, Unit B30 Schuyler Ter2BR,1BA$2.00
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13
The Vizcaya1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Ward 2, East Orange, and the greater New York City area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 2 Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward 2?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward 2 is at Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,295.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment is $1,249 at 296 South Harrison.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward 2 is starting from $1,850 at 363 Park Ave.

What is the most affordable Ward 2 Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ward 2 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 204 Cleveland Street and starts from $2,350.

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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.