
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orange, NJ from $700 (155 Rentals)
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517 Lincoln Pl, Unit 3L

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Orange Portfolio Holdings

300 Carteret Pl

230 Washington St

The Majestic

Washington Dodd

448 Lincoln Ave

Sloane Realty

467 Lincoln Ave
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The Bordeaux

On Apartments

27 High St

471 Tremont Ave

High Street Gardens

Center Street Apartments

Lincoln Court

671 Lincoln Ave

678 Scotland

Cove Gardens
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Phillips Court Apartments

14-20 Canfield St

12-20 Canfield St

Village Green

Martin Manor Apartment Homes

APEX Orange Crossing

The Platinum

Lincoln Court

Harvard Printing II

441-443 Maryland St
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42 N 19th St, Unit 1

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575 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 0

42 N 19th St, Unit 4

Heritage Village at Bloomfield, 55+ Community

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31 Union St, Unit 8

65 Monticello Ave

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81 Myrtle St, Unit John

Church Street

151 South Munn Ave

Maple Gardens
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209 Prospect St

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12 Elmwood Ave, Unit bl 1

The Park View At 320

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510 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 2

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

363 Park Ave

Ashland Assoc.

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340 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 6

25 N Harrison St, Unit 303

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 104
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Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orange?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Orange Studio Apartments | $1,936 | $1,200 | $4,048 |
| Cheap Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $800 | $4,995 |
| Cheap Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,134 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,741 | $1,900 | $8,500 |
| Cheap Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,341 | $1,950 | $6,350 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Orange, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Orange, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Orange Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Orange | $3,800 | $1,349 | 25 |
| Seven Oaks | $3,800 | $1,349 | 26 |
| Transit Village | $6,450 | $1,349 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Orange Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange, NJ is a Studio unit found at Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,284. Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 09S | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| 363 Park Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| 753 Grove Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| 678 Scotland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange, NJ
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Orange area is the $0.63 price per square foot 69 N 13th St Model at 69 N 13th St in the in the Ward 4 neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Orange apartment is the 229 21st St Model at 229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street starting at $2,250 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 69 N 13th St | 69 N 13th St | Studio ,1BA | $0.63 |
| 229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street | 229 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 270 S 20th St, Unit #2 | 270 S 20th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 408 14th Ave, Unit 2 | 408 14th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 10 Harvard St, Unit 1 | 10 Harvard St | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 55 Stockman Pl | 55 Stockman Pl | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 113 Rhode Island Ave, Unit Apartment | 113 Rhode Island Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 575 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 0 | 575 Stuyvesant Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 319 Vermont Ave, Unit 1F | 319 Vermont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 158 Alexander St, Unit 3rd Floor | 158 Alexander St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Orange Overview
Orange, NJ is a township located in Essex County, New Jersey. The township boasts a population, according to recent Census Bureau population estimates, of 30,658. Orange is 12.4 miles (19.96 km) to the west of Jersey City, NJ and 6.9 miles (11.1 km) northwest of Newark, the largest city in the state. It is also 14.1 miles (22.69 km) east of New York and the bright lights of the Big Apple. It is a growing city that is near enough to many major metropolitan areas while far enough to take residents away from the stresses of large city living.
Why live in Orange, NJ?
Orange was once a place where weary travelers found a place to rest as they traveled east and west. What they have left behind was a town with a rich industrial history, including hat makers, breweries, shoemakers, and tanners. They left behind buildings representative of a time when the region was a beacon of manufacturing excellence. It is a town of well-maintained homes and with its status change to township in 1982, it has been able to bring in the Federal assistance necessary to rebuild and revitalize areas in need of improvement. Moving to Orange now is the best decision in light of the improvements that are being made for its future.
Best Local Schools in Orange, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orange Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Orange?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Orange is at Maple Gardens listed at $1,284.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Orange Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Orange Apartment is $1,399 at 678 Scotland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Orange Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Orange is starting from $1,850 at 363 Park Ave.
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