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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 276 Reock St

276 Reock St

OrangeNJ07050

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 13 Garwood Pl

13 Garwood Pl

IrvingtonNJ07111

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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South Orange, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Orange Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Orange, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Twin Oaks in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $950. 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
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
521 S 16th StStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ and Nearby

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orange area is the $0.96 price per square foot 189 Chapman St Model at 189 Chapman St, Unit First Unit in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value South Orange apartment is the 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place starting at $2,600 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Upper Irvington 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.
189 Chapman St, Unit First Unit189 Chapman St3BR,1BA$0.96
19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place19 Chapman Pl4BR,2BA$1.04
58 Grant Pl, Unit 58 Grant Pl58 Grant Pl4BR,1BA$0.89
63 Plymouth St, Unit Apt.#2- 63 Plymouth st.63 Plymouth St3BR,1BA$1.37
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.78
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study1BR,2BA$1.63
South Orange Towers1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42
259 22nd St, Unit 2259 22nd St3BR,1.5BA$1.75
50 Union Ave, Unit 150 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.40
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Orange

What type of rentals are currently available in South Orange?

There are currently 1003 Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,500. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Orange ranging from $1,200 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Orange?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Orange ranges from $1,200 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,279.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Orange?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Orange range from $1,850 to $6,485, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $5,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.