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Vose Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vose Manor

147-151 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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The Townhouse
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Townhouse

107 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Grove Terrace 185
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Terrace 185

185 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079

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South Orange, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Orange Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Orange, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 296 South Harrison in the Bel Air neighborhood priced from $1,249. Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Orange apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,249
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285
671 Lincoln1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,349
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
NEWLY RENOVATED STUDIO APARTMENTEVERYTHING INCLUDED: HEAT, HOT WATER, AND ELECT...Studio,1BA$1,375
Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall2 Rooms1BR,1BA$1,395
The Rose1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,425
Harclay House ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ

As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orange area is the $0.96 price per square foot 83 Sheridan St Model at 83 Sheridan St, Unit 2 in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Orange apartment is the 7 Sager Pl Model at 7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R starting at $2,230 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Livingston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Orange apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
83 Sheridan St, Unit 283 Sheridan St3BR,1BA$0.96
7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R7 Sager Pl3BR,1BA$1.12
408 14th Ave, Unit Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
130 Elmwood Ave, Unit 3130 Elmwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
64 Isabella Ave, Unit 2nd flr64 Isabella Ave3BR,2BA$1.47
56 Durand Pl, Unit 156 Durand Pl4BR,1BA$1.45
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
South Orange Towers2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
650 Park Avenue2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
259 22nd St, Unit 6259 22nd St3BR,2BA$1.65

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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

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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 Maple Gardens listed at $1,285.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Orange Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Orange Apartment is $1,249 at 296 South Harrison.

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 $1,795 at The Rose.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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