Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 3 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,200 (20 Rentals)

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Ward 3, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

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 Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. 363 Park Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Ward 3 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio | OP1Studio,1BA$1,550
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
255 South HarrisonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,608

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 3 area is the $0.28 price per square foot 98 S Burnett St Model at 98 S Burnett St, Unit 2 in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Ward 3 apartment is the 24 Grand Ave Model at 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $0.96 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
98 S Burnett St, Unit 298 S Burnett St3BR,2BA$0.28
24 Grand Ave, Unit 124 Grand Ave3BR,1BA$0.96
270 S 20th St, Unit #2270 S 20th St3BR,2BA$1.20
408 14th Ave, Unit Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
10 Harvard St, Unit 110 Harvard St3BR,1BA$1.50
The Park View At 320Two Bedroom Two Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$2.03
51 Poe Ave, Unit 3rd FL51 Poe Ave2BR,1BA$1.83
489 S 17th St, Unit 2nd FL489 S 17th St4BR,1BA$1.92
415 Kerrigan Blvd, Unit 1R415 Kerrigan Blvd2BR,1BA$1.86
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 3, East Orange, NJ

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 3

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 3?

There are currently 398 Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $3,854. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 3 ranging from $1,295 to $6,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 3?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 3 ranges from $1,295 to $6,450 with an average monthly rent of $3,150.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.