Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 2 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,500 (24 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. The Renaissance has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Ward 2 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
Nice one bedroom apt in quiet location3F1BR,1BA$1,500
The Edge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,595
The Heritage1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 2 area is the $1.15 price per square foot 144 Steuben St Model at 144 Steuben St, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Ward 2 apartment is the 45 Watson Ave Model at 45 Watson Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,200 with a $1.16 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.
144 Steuben St, Unit Apt 2144 Steuben St4BR,2BA$1.15
45 Watson Ave, Unit 345 Watson Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
27 N 18th St, Unit 227 N 18th St3BR,1BA$1.35
212 Park Ave, Unit 2212 Park Ave3BR,1BA$1.56
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.86
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
The Park View At 320Two Bedroom Two Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$1.96
The Edge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.88
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 2, East Orange, NJ

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 2

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 2?

There are currently 465 Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,402. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 2 ranging from $1,550 to $4,200.

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 $1,550 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,288.

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 $3,970, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

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