1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ (566 Rentals)

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101 2nd St
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101 2nd St

101 2nd StSouth 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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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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654 Varsity Rd
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654 Varsity Rd

654 Varsity RdSouth 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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28 Fairview Ave
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28 Fairview Ave

28 Fairview AveSouth 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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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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The Townhouse
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The Townhouse

107 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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113-117 Vose Avenue
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113-117 Vose Avenue

117 Vose AveSouth 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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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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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 Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of Units in the Ward 1 neighborhood and is 1,349 square feet priced from $2,250. Essence 144 has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,187 square feet and currently listed start at $2,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Orange:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of UnitsClassic One Bedroom Loft1,349 Sq Ft$2,250
Essence 1441 Bedroom Loft1,187 Sq Ft$2,400
PINNACLE Orange CrossingOne Bedrooms1,160 Sq Ft$1,956
Taylor/VoseA71,108 Sq Ft$4,000
Central FlatsStockley IV1,027 Sq Ft$2,199
LIA by VermellaAD181,013 Sq Ft$3,250
Martin Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 900-1000 SqFt Renovated1,000 Sq Ft$1,750
The WestMagnolia II999 Sq Ft$2,995
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study850 Sq Ft$2,350

Cheapest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,249 at 296 South Harrison in the Bel Air neighborhood. The second most affordable South Orange 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 671 Lincoln starting at $1,349 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Orange is currently $2,294. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Orange:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath$1,249
671 Lincoln1BR/1.0BA$1,349
The Rose1BR/1.0BA$1,395
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+One Bedroom$1,467
The Heritage1BR/1.0BA$1,595

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 296 South Harrison listed at $1,249.

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 $2,294.

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 1,349 square feet unit starting from $2,250 at Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of Units.

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 1,000 sq ft.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!