Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 2 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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262 Rutledge Ave

East OrangeNJ07017

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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ

As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 2 area is the $1.90 price per square foot 36 Abbotsford Ave Model at 36 Abbotsford Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,890. The second greatest value Ward 2 apartment is the 156 Shepard Ave Model at 156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,175 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lower Vailsburg 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.
36 Abbotsford Ave, Unit 236 Abbotsford Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study1BR,2BA$1.82
45 Finlay Pl, Unit 145 Finlay Pl3BR,1BA$2.14
30 Schuyler Ter, Unit B30 Schuyler Ter2BR,1BA$2.00
242 Prospect Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94
The Edge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13
The Vizcaya1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 2

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 2?

There are currently 468 Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,542. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 2 ranging from $1,000 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 2?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 2 ranges from $1,000 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,176.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward 2?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward 2 range from $1,900 to $6,542, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.

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