
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 3 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $500 (80 Rentals)
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127 S Burnett St

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81 N Arlington Ave, Unit 3B

75 N. Arlington Ave

4 Chestnut St

Ambassador Towers

151 South Munn Ave

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

363 Park Ave

The Park View At 320
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107 New St

9 Summit St

41 Watson Ave

56 S Munn Ave

4 Chestnut St

The Harrison

255 South Harrison

7 Chestnut St

68 Elmwood Ave

68 Elmwood Ave
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Crossroads of New Jersey

Indigo 141

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153 S Grove St, Unit Grove Street

120 Halsted Street

Embark

The Harvard

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123 S Munn Ave

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130 Elmwood Ave, Unit 1

151 N Walnut St

38 S Walnut St
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94 S Munn Ave

Chestnut Park

Munn Heritage

116 Lenox Ave

115 S Clinton St

148 S Munn Ave

312 Park Avenue Apartments

230 North Munn

207 S Harrison St

Rockledge Apartments
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95 N Walnut St

Arlington Court Apartments

317 William St

73 Carnegie Ave

75 N Walnut St

South Harrison Apartments

Robert Towers

The Clinton Grand North

288 Amherst St

100 Chestnut Street Apartments
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Ward 3, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 3?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 3 Studio Apartments | $1,679 | $500 | $2,438 |
| Ward 3 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $1,100 | $2,813 |
| Ward 3 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $1,632 | $3,712 |
| Ward 3 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $2,000 | $3,486 |
| Ward 3 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $2,000 | $2,999 |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ward 3 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Ward 3 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 3 area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at 151 South Munn Ave priced from $1,325. Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here are the most affordable Ward 3 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151 South Munn Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| 363 Park Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Twin Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Orange Portfolio Holdings | Studio | OP1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 255 South Harrison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 3 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 3 apartment is the 75 Carolina Ave Model at 75 Carolina Ave starting at $1,250 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 3 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit | 275 Rhode Island Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 75 Carolina Ave | 75 Carolina Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.51 |
| 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 24 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 270 S 20th St, Unit 2 | 270 S 20th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 45 Watson Ave, Unit Unit 3 | 45 Watson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 408 14th Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 408 14th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 82 Smith St, Unit #2 | 82 Smith St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 130 Elmwood Ave, Unit 1 | 130 Elmwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 153 S Grove St, Unit Grove Street | 153 S Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 113 Rhode Island Ave, Unit Basement for Storage Only | 113 Rhode Island Ave | Studio ,0.5BA | $0.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWard 3, East Orange, NJ
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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ward 3, East Orange, NJ
Cicely Tyson Middle/High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Ward 3, 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 searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 3 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ward 3?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward 3 is under $1,608.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 3?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 3 is Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $1,467, while the average apartment in Ward 3 costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward 3?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Ward 3 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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