Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 5 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $800 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ward 5 area of East Orange.

209 Prospect St

Ambassador Towers

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

Executive House

Arlington Court Apartments

17-19-19 Dodd St
Ward 5, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 5?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 5 Studio Apartments | $1,956 | $1,369 | $2,550 |
| Ward 5 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,289 | $3,765 |
| Ward 5 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $1,000 | $3,855 |
| Ward 5 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $1,900 | $3,050 |
| Ward 5 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,197 | $2,599 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ward 5 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Ward 5 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 5 area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. The Rose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Ward 5 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| The Rose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 111 Glenwood Avenue | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Stadium Rose Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| SilverLake | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,698 |
| Hue Soul | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Modern | STUDIO Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,787 |
| Parkway Lofts | S1C | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, NJ
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $1.52 price per square foot 61 N Grove St Model at 61 N Grove St, Unit 1 in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the 174 N 17th St Model at 174 N 17th St, Unit Floor 1 starting at $2,500 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Ward 1 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 5 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 N Grove St, Unit 1 | 61 N Grove St | 4BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 174 N 17th St, Unit Floor 1 | 174 N 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 5 Little St | 5 Little St | 4BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 87 Heckel St, Unit 1 | 87 Heckel St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 353 N Grove St, Unit L 1 | 353 N Grove St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 15 William St, Unit #1 | 15 William St | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 33 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1FL | 33 Jefferson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 12 Lake St, Unit Apt 2 | 12 Lake St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 111 Glenwood Avenue | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Rose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWard 5, East Orange, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 5 Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward 5?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward 5 is at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ listed at $1,369.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 5 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 5 Apartment is $1,425 at The Rose.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward 5 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward 5 is starting from $1,995 at The Vizcaya.
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