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Highlights
- Prime location
- Generous closet space
- Whirlpool stainless steel appliances
- Shared laundry
- Subway tile backsplash
- Upgraded kitchen
Location
61 5th St, South Orange, NJ 07079, USA
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Amenities for 61 5th St
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
Other
| Five Rooms |
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About 61 5th St
Property Status: Active SWEET, SPACIOUS SOUTH ORANGE RENTAL IS UP FOR GRABS! Presenting 61 Fifth St, Unit 2, a fully renovated 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath "winner" in the heart of vibrant South Orange, just blocks from SO Village, Midtown Direct Train, Seton Hall, amazing restaurants, and beautiful parks. A contemporary, open floor plan welcomes you into a stunning upgraded Kitchen with sleek quartz countertops, crisp white cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, and Whirlpool stainless steel appliances. Socialize or settle-down with a good book and embrace the gorgeous refinished hardwood floors, as well as abundant natural light that adorns the open Living/Dining Room area, and also continues throughout the entire residence. Three bright, immaculate Bedrooms boast generous closet space and share a well-appointed, updated Full Hall Bath. Shared laundry available in the basement level off the garage. Also included in this rental is one space in the 2-car garage. With this unbeatable prime location, close to SOPAC and so much more, your destiny of experiencing the absolute BEST in South Orange living is at 61 Fifth St, Unit 2! Office Phone: (908) 273-2991 Copyright © 2026 Garden State MLS, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 61 5th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 07079 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South Orange
3-bedroom apartments at 61 5th St cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Orange.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
South Orange
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $3,662 |
| May 2024 | $3,692 |
| June 2024 | $3,700 |
| July 2024 | $3,850 |
| August 2024 | $3,650 |
| September 2024 | $3,593 |
| October 2024 | $3,738 |
| November 2024 | $3,389 |
| December 2024 | $3,275 |
| January 2025 | $3,300 |
| February 2025 | $3,431 |
| March 2025 | $3,665 |
| April 2025 | $3,768 |
| May 2025 | $3,880 |
| June 2025 | $4,412 |
| July 2025 | $3,949 |
| August 2025 | $5,015 |
| September 2025 | $4,188 |
| October 2025 | $3,605 |
| November 2025 | $3,165 |
| December 2025 | $3,187 |
| January 2026 | $3,178 |
| February 2026 | $3,369 |
| March 2026 | $3,275 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 61 5th St
South Mountain Annex School
444 west south orange ave
s orange, NJ, 7079
PK, K-5Public
A-
The Montrose Early Childhood Center
358 clark st
south orange, NJ, 7079
PKPublic
Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center
747 nothfield ave
west orange, NJ, 7052
PKPublic
Central Elementary School
33 cleveland st
orange, NJ, 7050
K-2Public
Washington School
71 spring st
millburn, NJ, 7041
5Public
A+
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Getting around South Orange near 61 5th St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 61 5th St, South Orange
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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