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Meridia South Orange

209 Valley St, South Orange, NJ 07079

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,695–$4,195

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New apartments near South Orange Train Station

Located in South Orange, NJ, these brand-new apartments feature open-concept layouts with floor-to-ceiling windows, quartz countertops, and gourmet kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances. Units include hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and modern fixtures. Walking distance to South Orange Train Station with dining, shops, and parks nearby.

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Meridia South Orange residents praise the excellent location near restaurants, shopping, and transit, plus spacious apartments with modern finishes. Management, particularly Jennifer, receives high marks for responsiveness and communication, while Felipe handles maintenance requests quickly. The community spaces, fitness center, and daily cleaning maintain high standards. However, some residents initially experienced inconvenience with the smart access system, though this was later resolved by the responsive team.

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Rose Garden

116 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079

Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000

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Renovated apartments near South Orange train station

Located in South Orange, NJ, these renovated apartments include modern appliances, laundry on every floor, and secure garage parking. Units feature large windows and come with heat, hot water, microwave, stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Steps from South Orange train station for easy NYC Penn Station commutes.

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1d ago

8.8

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43 Cottage Street South Orange NJ

43 Cottage St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,725

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Cozy Living with Great Amenities in South Orange

Located in the charming town of South Orange, this pet-friendly community offers cozy apartments with modern kitchens and spacious living areas filled with natural light. Residents enjoy on-site laundry and committed management services to meet their needs. With easy access to public transportation and nearby Whole Foods, daily errands are a breeze. Don't miss the limited offer of one month free on an 18-month lease—get ready to make this your new home!

22 Cottage - Photo 1 of 1

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8.8

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22 Cottage

22 Cottage St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,125–$2,725

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Pet-friendly apartments near Seton Hall & transit

Located in South Orange, NJ, these pet-friendly apartments include stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, air conditioning, and on-site laundry. The community offers covered parking, 24/7 virtual doorman, and no fee convenience with flexible lease terms. Near Seton Hall University and multiple colleges with NJ Transit access to NYC - a good fit for students and professionals who work from home with high-speed internet and natural lighting.

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8.8

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56-Village Court Apartments, LLC

56 Prospect St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Dishwasher | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000

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Efficiency apartment with heat included near train

Located in South Orange, NJ, this efficiency apartment includes heat and hot water in the rent, plus hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. The building sits near the South Orange Town Center and Mid Town Direct Train with on-site laundry facilities and no broker fee required.

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SINGLE_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

74 2nd St, South Orange, NJ 07079

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$3,800

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220 Ward Pl #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom House In South Orange With Great Amenities $2,700

220 Ward Pl #NA, South Orange, NJ 07079

Assigned parking | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$2,700

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Available Sep 1

3-bed house for Seton Hall students with parking

A house in South Orange, NJ, exclusively for Seton Hall University students featuring 3-bed, 2-bath layout with hardwood floors and yard. Water included in the $2,700 monthly rent, plus assigned parking and outdoor space. Available July 1st, 2026 with top-rated elementary school 0.4 miles away.

339 Valley St - Photo 1 of 1

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339 Valley St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

$2,350

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2-bed apartment near NYC train with parking

Right in South Orange, NJ, this first-floor 2-bed, 1-bath apartment sits steps from the train station with direct service to New York City. The unit includes assigned parking, A/C, and heat, with water covered by the landlord. A fit for pet owners with nearby gyms, restaurants, and a supermarket within walking distance.

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51 Riggs Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

51 Riggs Pl, South Orange, NJ 07079

Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$3,400

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3-bed South Orange house with parking included

This 3-bed, 2-bath house in South Orange offers generously sized bedrooms and a functional kitchen perfect for work or entertaining. The layout includes two full bathrooms, a basement, outdoor space, and included parking for everyday convenience. Close to major commuting routes, campus, dining, and shopping.

51 Riggs Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

51 Riggs Pl, South Orange, NJ 07079

Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$2,400

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2-bed house near NYC train and Seton Hall

A house in South Orange, NJ, this bright 2-bed, 1-bath unit sits in a quiet multi-family home between NYC direct train access and Seton Hall University. The well-maintained rental includes a full kitchen, generous living space, and parking - no street parking hassle. Ideal for commuters and students seeking easy access to campus, dining, and shopping in a peaceful yet connected area.

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82 Park Pl #2 - Photo 1 of 1

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

82 Park Pl #2, South Orange, NJ 07079

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets

4 beds

2 baths

$4,800

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225 Ward Pl - Photo 1 of 1

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225 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ 07079

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

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SINGLE_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

123 N Wyoming Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

3 beds

3 baths

$8,500

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Tudor-Colonial 3-bed house with chef's kitchen

3-bed house in South Orange, NJ, set on nearly 3/4 acre with Tudor-Colonial architecture. The chef's kitchen features Viking and GE Monogram appliances with granite counters, while hardwood floors and high ceilings flow throughout. A finished basement adds a wet bar and rec room, plus three parking spaces and easy train access to NYC just 0.7 miles away.

10 N Ridgewood Rd #412 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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SINGLE_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

10 N Ridgewood Rd #412, South Orange, NJ 07079

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor

2 beds

2 baths

$3,200

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231 Waverly Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

231 Waverly Pl, South Orange, NJ 07079

Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$3,350

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5d+ ago

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

231 Waverly Pl #2, South Orange, NJ 07079

Hardwood floor | Outdoor space

6 beds

2 baths

$4,750

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SINGLE_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

117 3rd St, South Orange, NJ 07079

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$3,475

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3-bed house near Seton Hall and NYC train

3-bed house in South Orange, NJ, offers 1,200 sqft with dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and a large fenced backyard. The layout includes 2 full baths, an enclosed porch, and basement storage with 2 parking spaces. Just a 5-minute walk to Midtown Direct train for 28-minute rides to Manhattan, plus easy access to Seton Hall University and local shopping.

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

116 Valley St #1, South Orange, NJ 07079

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Walk-in closets

2 beds

1.5 baths

$3,750

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MULTI_FAMILY - South Orange Village, NJ

121 3rd St, South Orange, NJ 07079

Hardwood floor

3 beds

2 baths

$3,700

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3-bed apartment near NJ Transit & Seton Hall

Set in South Orange, NJ, this spacious 3-bed, 2-bath apartment sits just 2 minutes from NJ Transit and 6 minutes from Seton Hall University. Hardwood floors flow throughout the unit, with each bedroom sized for king beds and the primary suite featuring an ensuite bath. Large dining and living rooms add entertaining space, with parking available for $150/month.

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SINGLE_FAMILY - South Orange Village Twp., NJ

10 N Ridgewood Rd Apt C #215, South Orange, NJ 07079

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$2,350

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1-bed apartment with 9ft ceilings near train

Set in South Orange, NJ, this 1-bed, 1-bath fourth-floor apartment features hardwood floors, granite countertops, and 9-foot ceilings. Walking distance to the train station, restaurants, town parks, and the South Orange Performing Arts Center. Onsite laundry and additional storage available for rent.

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$2,650 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom House In Newark With Great Amenities

46 Kenmore Ave #NA, Newark, NJ 07106

On-site laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$2,650

House for rent

Available Sep 1

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The average rent in South Orange, as of August 2026, is down 5.03% compared to last month but up 7.63% year-over-year.
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Avalon Maplewood

200 Boyden Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Residents lounge

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,235–$3,180

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475 Main Street #636d, City of Orange, NJ 07050

Assigned parking | Fitness center | Hardwood floor

2 beds

2 baths

$3,154

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Available Aug 13

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475 Main Street #727d, City of Orange, NJ 07050

Assigned parking | Fitness center | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$2,484

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 19

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100 Smith Street #1d, Newark, NJ 07106

Hardwood floor | High ceilings

4 beds

1.5 baths

$2,495

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 6

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What kinds of apartments are available to rent in South Orange, NJ?

South Orange, New Jersey, maintains a steady rental presence with an average of 34 listings available per month. Two-bedroom apartments lead the market at 29%, while one-bedroom and three-bedroom units each account for 26% of available rentals. Studios are less common, representing only 9% of the monthly inventory.

South Orange apartments cater to renters who value both indoor comfort and outdoor living. Outdoor space tops the amenity list, available in 59% of listings, perfect for those who appreciate having private patios or balconies. Dishwashers are also common, found in 41% of apartments, while hardwood floors add character to 38% of available units. These figures are based on historical data, but they should give you a sense of what to expect in the current market.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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What is the average size of an apartment in South Orange, NJ?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in South Orange is 175 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in South Orange is 1421 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in South Orange is 168 square feet.

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