
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ (483 Rentals)


The Gateway Luxury Residences

The Avenue at South Orange

Mosaic South Orange

Sofi Gaslight Commons

Vose Apartments
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42 Church St

231 Waverly Pl

43 Cottage St

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SUMMIT Orange Crossing

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Hutton Lafayette at West Orange

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The West Luxury Residence

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100 Evergreen Pl, East Orange, NJ 07018

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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 | $1,970 | $1,275 | $3,080 |
| South Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $800 | $4,995 |
South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,222 | $1,630 | $6,500 |
| South Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,900 | $6,395 |
| South Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $2,245 | $4,750 |
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Largest Available South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is found at Cider Mill Townhomes in the Bel Air neighborhood and is 2,740 square feet priced from $6,195. 255 Tuscan in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,620 square feet and currently listed start at $3,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in South Orange:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cider Mill Townhomes | $2.26/sq.ft. - Residence A | 2,740 Sq Ft | $6,195 |
| 255 Tuscan | 2BR/2.5BA w/ Loft | 1,620 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| The West Luxury Residence | Azelea Vl | 1,610 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| The Avenue at South Orange | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 1,436 Sq Ft | $4,420 |
| LIA by Vermella | BD9 | 1,400 Sq Ft | $3,995 |
| The Harvard | 1,375 Sq Ft | $2,672 | |
| Mosaic South Orange | D-2, 2 Bedrooms+Den, 2 Baths | 1,367 Sq Ft | $4,985 |
| 650 Park Avenue | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,198 Sq Ft | $2,244 |
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 1,137 Sq Ft | $3,700 |
| South Orange Towers | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of November 14, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in South Orange, NJ is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,653 at 255 South Harrison in the Bel Air neighborhood. The second most affordable South Orange 2 Bedroom is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Rose starting at $1,795 in the Ward 2 neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in South Orange is currently $3,222. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in South Orange:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 255 South Harrison | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $1,653 |
| The Rose | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,795 |
| Rutgers Arms | 2BR | $1,800 |
| The Vizcaya | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,995 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom South Orange Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Orange with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in South Orange is at 255 South Harrison listed at $1,653.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom South Orange Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in South Orange is $3,222.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom South Orange Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Orange is a 2,740 square feet unit starting from $6,195 at Cider Mill Townhomes.
What is the average size for South Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in South Orange is currently 1,164 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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