
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Orange Neighborhood of Orange, NJ from $700 (117 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Orange area of Orange.


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Orange Portfolio Holdings

230 Washington St

230 Washington St

431 Park Ave

363 Mechanic St, Unit 1R

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The Elks

SUMMIT Orange Crossing

Essex and Crane

PINNACLE Orange Crossing
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212 Central Ave

537 Scotland Rd

The Mural Apartments

The HIGHLAND

LIA by Vermella

394 Park Ave

671 Lincoln Ave

29 William St

82 Wilson Pl

The Majestic
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Sloane Realty

448 Lincoln Ave

On Apartments

27 High St

The Bordeaux

467 Lincoln Ave

471 Tremont Ave

High Street Gardens

Center Street Apartments

Lincoln Court
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671 Lincoln Ave

Cove Gardens

678 Scotland

641 Lincoln Ave

Phillips Court Apartments

14-20 Canfield St

Harvard Printing II

12-20 Canfield St

46 N Jefferson St

Village Green
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678 Scotland Rd

APEX Orange Crossing

The Platinum

Lincoln Court

441-443 Maryland St

The Hermitage

Riley Realty

Martin Manor

Lincoln Gardens

Ridge Gardens Apartments
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Downtown Orange, Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Orange?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Orange Studio Apartments | $1,972 | $850 | $3,080 |
| Downtown Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,289 | $3,863 |
| Downtown Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,952 | $1,899 | $6,504 |
| Downtown Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,888 | $1,700 | $6,542 |
| Downtown Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 117 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Orange Neighborhood of Orange, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Orange Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Orange area of Orange, NJ is a Studio unit found at Glenwood Apartments priced from $1,428. 678 Scotland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here are the most affordable Downtown Orange apartments for rent in Orange, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,428 |
| 678 Scotland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Orange Portfolio Holdings | Studio | OP1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Harrison | Harrison Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 255 South Harrison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
| The Renaissance | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| The Elks | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
| SUMMIT Orange Crossing | Studio / One Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| The Hermitage | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Orange, NJ
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Orange area is the $1.04 price per square foot 212 Oakwood Pl Model at 212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown Orange apartment is the Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Terrace Model at The Park View At 320 starting at $3,486 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Orange apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level | 212 Oakwood Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Park View At 320 | Three Bedroom 2.5 Bath Terrace | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.76 |
| 82 S Harrison St | 4/2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 2 Park Ct, Unit B1 | 2 Park Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 10 Harvard St, Unit 1 | 10 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Harclay House Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 650 Park Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Hermitage | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Renaissance | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Harvard | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Orange Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Orange?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Orange is at Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,428.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Orange Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Orange Apartment is $1,449 at 678 Scotland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Orange Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Orange is starting from $1,599 at 678 Scotland.
What is the most affordable Downtown Orange Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Orange Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Park View At 320 and starts from $3,486.
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