
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 5 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $800 (36 Rentals)
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209 Prospect St

Ambassador Towers

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

NEWLY RENOVATED STUDIO APARTMENT

363 Park Ave

33 S Munn Ave

Executive House

9 Summit St
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151 N Walnut St

38 S Walnut St

249 Prospect St

94 S Munn Ave

130 Prospect Street Apartments

Chestnut Park

75-81 N Arlington Ave

Munn Heritage

Sunrise Village
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116 Lenox Ave

172 William St

312 Park Avenue Apartments

230 North Munn

95 N Walnut St

268 Prospect St

Arlington Court Apartments

The Rose

SECURITY DEPOSIT ONLY $500.00!!
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75 N Walnut St

The Clinton Grand North

100 Chestnut Street Apartments

The Regal Gardens

Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange

266 4th Ave

12 Elmwood Ave, Unit bl 1

40 Ellington St
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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 | $1,729 | $1,369 | $2,435 |
| Ward 5 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,161 | $1,289 | $3,765 |
| Ward 5 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $1,850 | $3,855 |
| Ward 5 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,900 | $3,250 |
| Ward 5 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $1,000 | $3,600 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Rose priced from $1,350. 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 5 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| 363 Park Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| NEWLY RENOVATED STUDIO APARTMENT | EVERYTHING INCLUDED: HEAT, HOT WATER, AND ELECT... | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Twin Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 242 Prospect Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Vizcaya | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Parkway Lofts | S2B | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Hue Soul | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, NJ
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $0.40 price per square foot 92 S Oraton Pky Model at 92 S Oraton Pky, Unit Nice Cozy Apartment in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the 160 N 16th St Model at 160 N 16th St, Unit 2nd floor starting at $2,100 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Ward 4 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 S Oraton Pky, Unit Nice Cozy Apartment | 92 S Oraton Pky | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 160 N 16th St, Unit 2nd floor | 160 N 16th St | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 16 N 18th St, Unit 1 | 16 N 18th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 112 N 19th St, Unit 1 | 112 N 19th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Olea by Gomes | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 111 Glenwood Avenue | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 242 Prospect Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Vizcaya | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Rose | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Twin Oaks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.35 |
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 $1,350 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 $1,850 at 363 Park Ave.
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