Cheap Homes for Rent in Ward 5 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
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38 Davenport Ave
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467 Park Ave

59 Park Ave

243 N 11th St
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70 S Munn Ave

276 Prospect St, Unit 2F

100 N 9th St

276 Prospect St
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57 Davenport Ave

315 Glenwood Ave

318 N 10th St
Ward 5, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ward 5?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ward 5 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,241 | $1,000 | $2,800 |
Ward 5 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,200 | $2,900 |
Ward 5 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 23 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. 11 Ampere Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Ward 5 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
11 Ampere Plaza | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
SilverLake | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,762 |
Hue Soul | STU | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, NJ
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $1.00 price per square foot 269 N 10th St Model at 269 N 10th St in the in the Ward 5 neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the 5 Little St Model at 5 Little St starting at $3,200 with a $1.60 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. |
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269 N 10th St | 269 N 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
5 Little St | 5 Little St | 4BR,2BA | $1.60 |
27 N 18th St, Unit 2 | 27 N 18th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
212 Park Ave, Unit 2 | 212 Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Station at East Orange | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
299 Ampere Pky, Unit 2 | 299 Ampere Pky | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
The Vizcaya | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Affordable Luxury In the Heart of East Orange | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
205 Roseville Ave, Unit 32 | 205 Roseville Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
11 Ampere Plaza | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 5
What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 5?
There are currently 410 Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $4,395. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 5 ranging from $1,000 to $2,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 5?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 5 ranges from $1,000 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,240.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward 5?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward 5 range from $1,900 to $2,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.
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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