Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ from $700 (121 Rentals)

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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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171 Company
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

171 Company

171 South Orange 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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$1,300 - $2,800

Studio To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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588 Argyle Ave

OrangeNJ07050

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309 Ellis Ave, Unit B
$1,600
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309 Ellis Ave, Unit B

309 Ellis AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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The Majestic
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Majestic

466 Highland AveOrange, NJ 07050
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356 Stuyvesant Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

356 Stuyvesant Ave

356 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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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 Studio unit found at Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,284. Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Orange apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple GardensApartment 09SStudio,1BA$1,284
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
753 Grove StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
678 Scotland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,399
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,428

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Orange area is the $0.28 price per square foot 98 S Burnett St Model at 98 S Burnett St, Unit 2 in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value South Orange apartment is the 24 Grand Ave Model at 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill 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.
98 S Burnett St, Unit 298 S Burnett St3BR,2BA$0.28
24 Grand Ave, Unit 124 Grand Ave3BR,1BA$0.96
229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street229 21st St3BR,1BA$1.00
270 S 20th St, Unit #2270 S 20th St3BR,2BA$1.20
Northfield TownhousesTownhouse A2BR,1BA$1.63
408 14th Ave, Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
10 Harvard St, Unit 110 Harvard St3BR,1BA$1.47
575 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 0575 Stuyvesant Ave1BR,1BA$0.70
158 Alexander St, Unit 3rd Floor158 Alexander St1BR,1BA$1.40
2137 Stanley Ter2137 Stanley Ter1BR,1BA$1.20

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,284.

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 676-678 Scotland Ave.

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 $2,000 at South Orange Rose Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.