Meridia South Orange
209 Valley St,
South Orange, NJ 07079
$2,500 - $3,650 | 1-2 Beds
South Orange
South Orange, NJ
Area Guide
A truly unique community within minutes of New York
Suburb
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Commuter
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Nature
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Outdoors
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Walkable
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Rail Service
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College
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Historic
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With its iconic gas-lit streets and beautiful historic architecture, South Orange is one of the New York area’s most distinctive suburban communities. Predominately a residential township, the local rental market features a range of apartments and condos suitable for any budget. The thriving Downtown district is packed with dozens of unique restaurants, specialty shops, and entertainment venues to ensure that you never go bored in your off hours: within just a few blocks, you can start your day with a hearty breakfast at Grid Iron Waffle Shop, enjoy a classy evening out at Papillon 25, and catch a band at South Mountain Tavern.
You’ll benefit from direct access to huge parks and nature preserves, with Cameron Park sitting adjacent to Downtown and the sprawling South Mountain Reservation bordering the west side of town. South Orange is home to Seton Hall University, serving around 10,000 students and contributing heavily to the community’s intellectual and cultural climate.
Just 20 miles from New York City, South Orange has historically been a popular spot for commuters, with easy access to the city via road and rail.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in South Orange, NJ is $1,708 for a studio, $2,378 for one bedroom, $3,379 for two bedrooms, and $3,669 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Orange has decreased by -4.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,378/month
718 Sq Ft
House
$2,220/month
379 Sq Ft
Transportation
88
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
43
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
Public
Grades PK-5
618 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-2
475 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 6-8
770 Students
5
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Turtle Back Zoo
- Edison National Historic Site
- Greenwood Gardens
- Cora Hartshorn Arboretum
- Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- Laguardia
