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East Orange, NJ

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Nicknamed “The Crossroads of New Jersey,” East Orange lies just outside of Newark at the intersection of the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 280. Located just seven miles from Newark Liberty International Airport and about 30 minutes’ driving distance from New York City, East Orange is known for its remarkable convenience and accessibility.

East Orange offers the best of urban and suburban living, with spacious homes, a low crime rate, main commercial corridors, distinctive Caribbean and Southern cuisine, transit access, and historic green spaces. Home to a diverse range of people representing countries from around the world, East Orange is the quintessential city for urban renewal. Residents enjoy a host of community festivals and events as well as close proximity to the beautiful Branch Brook Park and South Mountain Reservation.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in East Orange, NJ is $1,222 for a studio, $1,391 for one bedroom, $1,854 for two bedrooms, and $1,998 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Orange has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,391/month
657 Sq Ft
House
$2,768/month
841 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,782/month
262 Sq Ft
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Transportation

77

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

59

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

7
out of 10

Langston Hughes School

Public

Grades PK-5

551 Students

6
out of 10

Dionne Warwick Institute

Public

Grades PK-5

397 Students

5
out of 10

Shelia Y. Oliver Academy

Public

Grades PK-8

443 Students

3
out of 10

Whitney E. Houston Academy Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

324 Students

3
out of 10

East Orange STEM Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

568 Students

6
out of 10

Cicely Tyson Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

711 Students

5
out of 10

Patrick F Healy Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

330 Students

4
out of 10

Shelia Y. Oliver Academy

Public

Grades PK-8

443 Students

3
out of 10

John L Costley Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

333 Students

3
out of 10

East Orange STEM Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

568 Students

6
out of 10

Cicely Tyson Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

711 Students

5
out of 10

East Orange Campus High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,748 Students

1
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Edison National Historic Site
  • Branch Brook Park
  • Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
  • Turtle Back Zoo
  • Van Vleck House & Gardens

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • Laguardia

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