Cheap Homes for Rent in Bel Air Neighborhood of West Orange, NJ from $1,500 (14 Rentals)

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property at 18 Porter Rd

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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18 Porter Rd

West OrangeNJ07052

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property at 129 Central Pl

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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129 Central Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

129 Central Pl
OrangeNJ07050
property at 129 Central Pl

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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129 Central Pl

OrangeNJ07050
property at 569 Chestnut St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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569 Chestnut St

OrangeNJ07050
property at 72 S Essex Ave

$2,000 - $2,200

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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72 S Essex Ave

OrangeNJ07050

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Bel Air, West Orange, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of West Orange, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 678 Scotland priced from $1,449. Orange Portfolio Holdings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in West Orange, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
678 Scotland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,449
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio | OP1Studio,1BA$1,550
255 South HarrisonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,608
243 South Harrison Street1BR1BR,1BA$1,650
The Elks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,708

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, NJ

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $0.40 price per square foot 238 Claremont Ave Model at 238 Claremont Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the $2.37/sq.ft. - Residence C Model at Cider Mill Townhomes starting at $5,545 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
238 Claremont Ave, Unit 1238 Claremont Ave3BR,2BA$0.40
Cider Mill Townhomes$2.37/sq.ft. - Residence C2BR,2.5BA$2.19
212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level212 Oakwood Pl2BR,1BA$1.04
Northfield TownhousesTownhouse A2BR,1BA$1.63
The Park View At 320Two Bedroom Two Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$1.90
Harclay House ApartmentsLarge 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.14
243 South Harrison Street1BR1BR,1BA$1.65
Summit House4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen1BR,1.5BA$1.86
26 Park Dr N, Unit 126 Park Dr N1BR,1BA$1.94
530 Valley Rd, Unit 2530 Valley Rd1BR,1BA$2.09

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Bel Air, West Orange, NJ

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bel Air

What type of rentals are currently available in Bel Air?

There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, NJ with pricing that ranges from $850 to $8,500. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bel Air ranging from $1,500 to $6,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bel Air?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bel Air ranges from $1,500 to $6,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,478.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bel Air?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bel Air range from $2,095 to $8,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.