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Rental GuideEast Orange, NJ

East Orange rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 147 apartments for rent in East Orange, with a median rent price of $2,028 per month. East Orange has seen a 1%—or $29—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$2,028

Year Over Year Change

1%

$29

Rentals available, last 30 days

147

Rent ranges for East Orange apartments
$3,001 - $4,500
7%
$1,501 - $3,000
77%
$0 - $1,500
16%

How has rent in East Orange, NJ changed in the last two years?

The average rent in East Orange, NJ, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,028, which is a 1.43% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in East Orange, NJ is about $1,589. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in East Orange, NJ is $2,039, and studios are about $1,562 per month.

See more East Orange, NJ rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in East Orange, NJ?

20

schools

9,272

students

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Althea Gibson Academy

490 william st

east orange, NJ, 7017

PK, KPublic
B-

Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy

340 prospect st

east orange, NJ, 7017

PK, KPublic
B-

Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy

190 midland ave

east orange, NJ, 7017

K-5Public
C+

Benjamin Banneker Academy

500 south clinton st

east orange, NJ, 7018

PK, K-8Public
C

Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics & Entrepreneurship

120 central ave

east orange, NJ, 7018

PK, K-5Public
C

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Who lives in East Orange, NJ?

Gender

46% Male
54% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

24%

35-44

13%

45-64

23%

65+

13%

Language

English

79%

Spanish

8%

Indo Euro

7%

Asia Pac

0%

Other

4%

Education

No HS

13%

High School

59%

Bachelor's

21%

Master's

4%

Prof Degree

0%

Doctorate

0%

What is the household breakdown in East Orange, NJ?

Families

27% Families
73% Single

Property

76% Renters
24% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

27%

25-50k

21%

50-75k

19%

75-100k

12%

100-150k

12%

150k+

6%

How do residents get around East Orange, NJ?

East Orange locals spend about 33 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of East Orange is through Newark Liberty International Airport, 5.50 miles away.

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Scores for East Orange are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for East Orange, NJ

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In East Orange, 47% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in East Orange

Public transportation

85%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

76%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

62%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools
62%
Weather
62%
Nightlife
59%
Dating scene
59%
Job market
47%
Affordable housing
24%
Cost of living
24%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

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516 Norwood Street - Photo 1 of 1

43m ago

Apartment for rent in East Orange

Air conditioning | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

4 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 3

Shepard Ave & Elmwood Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Apartment for rent in East Orange

Shepard Ave & Elmwood Ave #2, East Orange, NJ 07018

Hardwood floor | High ceilings | Carpet

3 beds

1 bath

$2,175

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 1

174 N 17th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in East Orange

174 N 17th St, East Orange, NJ 07017

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

Apartment for rent

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