
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ from $800 (88 Rentals)


NJ-52 SunBlossom Court

Vose Manor

NJ-258 Halsey Gardens

Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation

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575 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 0, Unit 0

256 S Munn Ave, Unit BSMT

75 N. Arlington Ave

4 Chestnut St

Ambassador Towers
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Civic Square West

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

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53 Union Ave, Unit 404, Unit 404

41 Watson Ave

56 S Munn Ave

Summit House

Rutgers Arms

259-279 40th St

Glenwood Apartments

230 Washington St
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25 N Harrison St, Unit 206

577 13th Ave, Unit 3

255 South Harrison

243 South Harrison Street

33 S Munn Ave, Unit 4H

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530 Valley Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

747 Valley Apartments

317 William St, Unit 2b

The Majestic
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Ivy Hill Park Apartments

Stuyvesant Gardens Irvington

1278-1280 Clinton Ave

999 Stuyvesant Ave

Residence on 18th

38 S Walnut St

356 Stuyvesant Ave

130 Prospect Street Apartments

94 S Munn Ave

Chestnut Park
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Stuyvesant Gardens

Villager Apartments

Munn Heritage

115 S Clinton St

Eastern Parkway Apartments

On Apartments

148 S Munn Ave

74 S. Munn Ave

The Bordeaux

44-54 Rich St
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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 | $1,901 | $850 | $3,080 |
| South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $800 | $4,995 |
| South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $1,595 | $6,504 |
| South Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $1,950 | $8,500 |
| South Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,799 | $2,200 | $3,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Orange Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Orange?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Orange is at 678 Scotland listed at $1,399.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Orange Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Orange Apartment is $1,399 at 678 Scotland.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Orange Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Orange is starting from $1,399 at 678 Scotland.
What is the most affordable South Orange Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Orange Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 678 Scotland and starts from $1,399.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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