Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 3 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $800 (24 Rentals)

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88 Halstead St

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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. 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 3 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 3, NJ

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 3 area is the $1.20 price per square foot 421 Halsted St Model at 421 Halsted St, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Ward 3 apartment is the 150 Brookdale Ave Model at 150 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $1.05 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.
421 Halsted St, Unit 2421 Halsted St3BR,1BA$1.20
150 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1150 Brookdale Ave3BR,1BA$1.05
45 Watson Ave, Unit 345 Watson Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
15 Finlay Pl, Unit 2l15 Finlay Pl3BR,1BA$1.76
485 S 16th St485 S 16th St3BR,2BA$1.77
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
The Park View At 320Two Bedroom Two Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$1.96
21 Vail St, Unit 3L21 Vail St3BR,1BA$1.90
The Edge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.88
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 3, East Orange, NJ

Ranked #5

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

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Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 3

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 3?

There are currently 410 Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,964. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 3 ranging from $800 to $5,750.

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 $800 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,344.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward 3?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward 3 range from $1,900 to $3,964, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,350.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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