1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ (575 Rentals)

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122 S Orange Ave
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122 S Orange Ave

122 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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13-27 Scotland Rd
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13-27 Scotland Rd

13-27 Scotland RdSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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The Newstead
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The Newstead

609 W South Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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123 Milligan Pl
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123 Milligan Pl

123 Milligan PlSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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101 2nd St
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101 2nd St

101 2nd StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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28 Fairview Ave
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28 Fairview Ave

28 Fairview AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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170 Irvington Ave
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170 Irvington Ave

170 Irvington AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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654 Varsity Rd
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654 Varsity Rd

654 Varsity RdSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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132 Milligan Pl
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132 Milligan Pl

132 Milligan PlSouth Orange, NJ 07079

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Vose Manor
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Vose Manor

147-151 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Randolph Manor Apartments
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Randolph Manor Apartments

65 Randolph PlSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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The Townhouse
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The Townhouse

107 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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113-117 Vose Avenue
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113-117 Vose Avenue

117 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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212 S Orange Ave
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212 S Orange Ave

212 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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310 S Orange Ave
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310 S Orange Ave

310 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079

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Academy Arms
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Academy Arms

105 Milligan PlSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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465 Valley Street
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465 Valley Street

465 Valley StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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43 Cottage St
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43 Cottage St

43 Cottage StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Vose Apartments
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Vose Apartments

171 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Grove Terrace 185
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Grove Terrace 185

185 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Ridgewood Commons
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Ridgewood Commons

10 N Ridgewood RdSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Mosaic South Orange
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Mosaic South Orange

88 Sloan StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Hue Soul
Rent Specials
$2,075 - $2,500
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$2,025 - $2,700
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$50

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$2,075 - $2,750
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Hue Soul

431 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdEast Orange, NJ 07018
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The Elks
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$2,195 - $2,975
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$1,708 - $3,800

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$1,708 - $3,800
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The Elks

475 Main StOrange, NJ 07050
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South Orange, NJ Local Guide

Largest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is found at Taylor/Vose in the Downtown neighborhood and is 1,108 square feet priced from $4,000. LIA by Vermella in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,013 square feet and currently listed start at $3,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Orange:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Taylor/VoseA71,108 Sq Ft$4,000
LIA by VermellaAD181,013 Sq Ft$3,250
259-279 40th St1 Bed, 1 bath970 Sq Ft$1,550
Crest Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom Split961 Sq Ft$2,140
Berwyn Grande953 Sq Ft$2,150
Harclay House ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom912 Sq Ft$1,929
Clarus MaplewoodA1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath873 Sq Ft$3,650
Summit House4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen850 Sq Ft$1,767
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study850 Sq Ft$2,200
Allure 258 Luxury ApartmentsOne Bedroom764 Sq Ft$2,150

Cheapest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Lrg Model starting from $1,395 at Glenwood Apartments in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood. The second most affordable South Orange 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ starting at $1,467 in the Ward 2 neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Orange is currently $2,362. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Orange:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Glenwood Apartments1 Bedroom Lrg$1,395
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+One Bedroom$1,467
Summit House3Rm 1Bd 1Ba LR Galley Kitchen$1,519
259-279 40th St1 Bed, 1 bath$1,550
255 South HarrisonOne Bedroom$1,608
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA$1,625

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Orange Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Orange with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Orange is at Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,395.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Orange Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Orange is $2,362.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Orange Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Orange is a 1,108 square feet unit starting from $4,000 at Taylor/Vose.

What is the average size for South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Orange is currently 1,467 sq ft.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.