
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ (560 Rentals)


The Avenue at South Orange

Sofi Gaslight Commons

Meridia South Orange

Valley Grand

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Third & Valley

10 N Ridgewood Rd

101 2nd St

123 Milligan Pl

13-27 Scotland Rd
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122 S Orange Ave

654 Varsity Rd

170 Irvington Ave

28 Fairview Ave

132 Milligan Pl

The Newstead

NJ-52 SunBlossom Court

Vose Manor

171 Company

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The Townhouse

113-117 Vose Avenue

NJ-258 Halsey Gardens

Brookglen Apartments

212 S Orange Ave

310 S Orange Ave

174 Apartments Village House

Academy Arms

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465 Valley Street

43 Cottage St

Vose Apartments

Grove Terrace 185

Ridgewood Commons

Mosaic South Orange

Hue Soul

LIA by Vermella

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The Elks

Lotus 315
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Embark

The LINCOLN

55 Washington St

The West

The HIGHLAND

The Mural Apartments

The Station at East Orange

West Mill Gardens

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Orange Studio Apartments | $1,918 | $1,099 | $3,259 |
South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,405 | $1,200 | $4,995 |
| South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,053 | $1,500 | $6,504 |
| South Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,741 | $1,800 | $8,500 |
| South Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,986 | $2,200 | $5,195 |
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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 Taylor/Vose in the South Mountain neighborhood and is 1,108 square feet priced from $4,000. 243 South Harrison Street in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Orange:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor/Vose | A7 | 1,108 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
| 243 South Harrison Street | 1BR | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| 259-279 40th St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1,000 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| LIA by Vermella | AD15 | 980 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
| Crest Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Split | 961 Sq Ft | $2,123 |
| Berwyn Grande | 952 Sq Ft | $2,195 | |
| Harclay House Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 912 Sq Ft | $1,768 |
| Summit House | 4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen | 850 Sq Ft | $1,767 |
| Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study | 850 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Allure 258 Luxury Apartments | One Bedroom | 764 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
Cheapest Available South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is the Apartment 05D Model starting from $1,399 at Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable South Orange 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 678 Scotland starting at $1,399 in the Bel Air neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Orange is currently $2,405. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Orange:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 05D | $1,399 |
| 678 Scotland | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,399 |
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | One Bedroom | $1,467 |
| The Renaissance | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,495 |
| The Regal Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,525 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | $1,550 |
| The Millennium | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,595 |
| 255 South Harrison | One Bedroom | $1,608 |
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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 Maple Gardens listed at $1,399.
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 $2,405.
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 0 sq ft.
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