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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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Hue Soul
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$1,700 - $2,925Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hue Soul

431 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdEast Orange, NJ 07018
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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 255 South Harrison in the Bel Air neighborhood priced from $1,221. 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
255 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,221
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285
The Heritage1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall2 Rooms1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ

As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orange area is the $1.18 price per square foot 408 14th Ave Model at 408 14th Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value South Orange apartment is the 56 Durand Pl Model at 56 Durand Pl, Unit 1 starting at $2,245 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners 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.
408 14th Ave, Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
56 Durand Pl, Unit 156 Durand Pl4BR,1BA$1.50
156 Shepard Ave, Unit 2156 Shepard Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
South Orange Towers2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
516 Norwood St, Unit 2516 Norwood St4BR,1BA$1.68
650 Park Avenue2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
577 Tremont Ave, Unit 1577 Tremont Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
259 22nd St, Unit 6259 22nd St3BR,2BA$1.65
86 Fuller Pl, Unit 386 Fuller Pl1BR,1BA$1.38
478 Lincoln Pl, Unit It’s a room not apt478 Lincoln Pl1BR,1BA$1.70

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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 $1,221 at 255 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 $1,653 at 255 South Harrison.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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