Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 3 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,600 (22 Rentals)

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property at 29 Alexander St

$1,695

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$1,695

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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29 Alexander St, Unit 3

29 Alexander St
NewarkNJ07106
property at 39 Smalley Terrace

$1,700

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$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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39 Smalley Terrace, Unit 1

39 Smalley Terrace
IrvingtonNJ07111
property at 367 Sanford Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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367 Sanford Ave, Unit 1R

367 Sanford Ave
NewarkNJ07106

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property at 431 S 18th St

$2,000

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$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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431 S 18th St

NewarkNJ07103
property at 115 Mead St

$2,000

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$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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115 Mead St, Unit 1

115 Mead St
NewarkNJ07106

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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 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 3 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
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ

As of March 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 24 Grand Ave Model at 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,350 with a $0.98 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.
275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit275 Rhode Island Ave3BR,1BA$0.85
24 Grand Ave, Unit 124 Grand Ave3BR,1BA$0.98
74 Kenmore Ave, Unit #174 Kenmore Ave3BR,2BA$1.50
408 14th Ave, Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
36 Abbotsford Ave, Unit 236 Abbotsford Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
130 Elmwood Ave, Unit 1130 Elmwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.52
138 Vermont Ave, Unit 2138 Vermont Ave2BR,1BA$1.71
51 Poe Ave51 Poe Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
356 S 19th St356 S 19th St3BR,1BA$1.79

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Ward 3, East Orange, NJ

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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 409 Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,083. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 3 ranging from $1,695 to $6,500.

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 $1,695 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,547.

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 $1,950 to $6,083, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.