
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ (557 Rentals)


Taylor/Vose

Sofi Gaslight Commons

43 Cottage Street South Orange NJ

Vose Apartments

56-Village Court Apartments, LLC

Concord Apartments
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The HIGHLAND
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Hue Soul

PINNACLE Orange Crossing

SUMMIT Orange Crossing

West Mill Gardens

The Station at East Orange
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South Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Orange?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Orange Studio Apartments | $1,855 | $1,250 | $3,080 |
South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $800 | $4,795 |
South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,145 | $1,600 | $6,500 |
South Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,900 | $6,438 |
South Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $2,350 | $5,225 |
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Largest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is found at Aura 240 in the Ward 2 neighborhood and is 1,596 square feet priced from $2,950. Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of Units in the Ward 1 neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,349 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Orange:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study Loft | 1,596 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of Units | One Bedroom Loft | 1,349 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Essence 144 | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1,187 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
PINNACLE Orange Crossing | One Bedrooms | 1,160 Sq Ft | $2,123 |
Taylor/Vose | A7 | 1,108 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
LIA by Vermella | AD18 | 1,013 Sq Ft | $3,175 |
Martin Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 900-1000 SqFt Classic | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,768 |
Allure 258 | One Bedroom + Study | 823 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Cheapest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,450 at The Renaissance in the Ward 1 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 $2,305. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Orange:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Renaissance | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | One Bedroom | $1,467 |
678 Scotland | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,499 |
Nice one bedroom apt in quiet location | 3F | $1,500 |
671 Lincoln | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,599 |
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Getting Around South Orange, NJ
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 The Renaissance listed at $1,450.
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 $2,305.
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 1,596 square feet unit starting from $2,950 at Aura 240.
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 511 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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