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


The Avenue at South Orange

Third & Valley

Sofi Gaslight Commons

22 Cottage

Meridia South Orange

Valley Grand

171 Company

Village Court

10 N Ridgewood Rd
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327 Valley St

122 S Orange Ave

13-27 Scotland Rd

The Newstead

123 Milligan Pl

101 2nd St

28 Fairview Ave

170 Irvington Ave

654 Varsity Rd

132 Milligan Pl
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NJ-52 SunBlossom Court

Vose Manor

Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation

Randolph Manor Apartments

The Townhouse

113-117 Vose Avenue

NJ-258 Halsey Gardens

Brookglen Apartments

212 S Orange Ave

310 S Orange Ave
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Academy Arms

174 Apartments Village House

South Orange Rose Apartments

465 Valley Street

43 Cottage St

Vose Apartments

Grove Terrace 185

Ridgewood Commons

Mosaic South Orange

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Hue Soul

LIA by Vermella

Embark

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The Elks

The Mural Apartments

Allure 258 Luxury Apartments

Lotus 315

Indigo 141

55 Washington St

The Lincoln

The HIGHLAND
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 | $1,873 | $500 | $3,080 |
South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $800 | $4,995 |
| South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $1,450 | $6,504 |
| South Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,840 | $1,700 | $8,500 |
| South Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $2,000 | $3,250 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor/Vose | A7 | 1,108 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
| LIA by Vermella | AD18 | 1,013 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
| 259-279 40th St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 970 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Crest Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Split | 961 Sq Ft | $2,140 |
| Berwyn Grande | 953 Sq Ft | $2,150 | |
| Harclay House Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 912 Sq Ft | $1,929 |
| Clarus Maplewood | A1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 873 Sq Ft | $3,650 |
| 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom Lrg | $1,395 |
| Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | One Bedroom | $1,467 |
| Summit House | 3Rm 1Bd 1Ba LR Galley Kitchen | $1,519 |
| 259-279 40th St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,550 |
| 255 South Harrison | One Bedroom | $1,608 |
| The Renaissance | 1BR/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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