
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 2 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ from $800 (41 Rentals)
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84 McKay Ave, Unit Room for Rent

Ambassador Towers

78 Elmwood Ave

The Park View At 320

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

Executive House
Ward 2, East Orange, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 2?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ward 2 Studio Apartments | $1,961 | $1,350 | $3,213 |
Ward 2 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,136 | $3,827 |
Ward 2 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,600 | $5,564 |
Ward 2 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $2,100 | $7,179 |
Ward 2 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,500 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ward 2 Neighborhood of East Orange, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Ward 2 Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 2 area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. Martin Manor Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Ward 2 apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
Martin Manor Apartment Homes | Studio 571 SqFt Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Harclay House Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
The Millennium | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
The Vizcaya | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
The Regal Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Orange Portfolio Holdings | Studio - OP1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 2, NJ
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 2 area is the $1.40 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Georgian Gardens in the in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Ward 2 apartment is the 459 Springdale Ave Model at 459 Springdale Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,450 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 2 apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Georgian Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
459 Springdale Ave, Unit 2 | 459 Springdale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
347 Park Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study | 1BR,2BA | $1.63 |
243 Harrison LLC | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
38 N 22nd St, Unit 1 bedroom | 38 N 22nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 5N | 123 S Munn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
25 Princeton St, Unit 1R | 25 Princeton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
The Millennium | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
84 McKay Ave, Unit Room for Rent | 84 McKay Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Best Local Schools in Ward 2, East Orange, NJ
Cicely Tyson Middle/High School
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Best Local Schools in Ward 2, East Orange, NJ
Cicely Tyson Middle/High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 2 Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ward 2?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ward 2 is at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ listed at $1,369.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment is $1,467 at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ward 2 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ward 2 is starting from $1,771 at 61 N. Arlington St..
What is the most affordable Ward 2 Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ward 2 Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 61 N. Arlington St. and starts from $2,046.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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