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property at 378 Valley St

378 Valley St

South OrangeNJ07079
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70 S Munn Ave

East OrangeNJ07018
property at 49 S Day St

49 S Day St

OrangeNJ07050
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284 Isabella Ave

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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 The Twin Oaks in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $950. 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
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
255 South Harrison2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orange area is the $1.04 price per square foot 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Orange apartment is the 42 Maple Ave Model at 42 Maple Ave, Unit 42 Maple Ave Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.04 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.
19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place19 Chapman Pl3BR,2BA$1.04
42 Maple Ave, Unit 42 Maple Ave Unit 242 Maple Ave3BR,1BA$1.04
150 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1150 Brookdale Ave3BR,1BA$1.20
56 Durand Pl, Unit 156 Durand Pl4BR,1BA$1.63
309 Ellis Ave309 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.69
54 Poe Ave, Unit Second Flr54 Poe Ave2BR,1BA$1.64
267 Ellis Ave, Unit 001267 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.65
243 South Harrison Street1BR1BR,1BA$1.65
53 Union Ave, Unit 40453 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.69
53 Park Pl, Unit One room53 Park Pl1BR,0.5BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Orange

What type of rentals are currently available in South Orange?

There are currently 980 Apartments for Rent in South Orange, NJ with pricing that ranges from $700 to $9,193. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Orange ranging from $800 to $7,250.

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 $800 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,163.

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 $1,750 to $6,485, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,350.

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

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