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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, NJ

262 Rentals
  1. Building Photo - 47 Church St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,200

    47 Church St

    47 Church St, South Orange Village, NJ 07079
  2. Building Photo - 25 Union Pl
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,200

    25 Union Pl

    25 Union Pl, Irvington, NJ 07111
  3. Building Photo - 10 Evelyn Ct
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,200

    10 Evelyn Ct

    10 Evelyn Ct, Maplewood, NJ 07040
  4. Building Photo - 10 Evelyn Ct
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,200

    10 Evelyn Ct

    10 Evelyn Ct, Maplewood, NJ 07040
  5. Building Photo - 320 Valley St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,295

    320 Valley St

    320 Valley St, South Orange Village, NJ 07079
  6. Building Photo - 54 42nd St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300

    54 42nd St

    54 42nd St, Irvington, NJ 07111
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Maplewood at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,354
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Average Rent in Maplewood
5

School Rating

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Schools in Maplewood
1

Some Transit

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Transportation in Maplewood
47

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Maplewood

Maplewood, NJ Apartments for Rent

Nestled just 18 miles west of New York City, Maplewood combines historic charm with modern living in this Essex County township. The downtown village features local shops and restaurants amid tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture. The community's history dates back to 1675 when European settlers arrived, though it wasn't until 1922 that the township officially adopted the name "Maplewood," previously having been called South Orange Township.

Apartments in Maplewood offer convenient transportation options, with NJ Transit's Midtown Direct train service connecting to Manhattan in approximately 35 minutes. The township spans just under 4 square miles and features several parks, including the 25-acre Memorial Park designed by the Olmsted Brothers, and borders the 2,100-acre South Mountain Reservation. The area is home to the South Orange-Maplewood School District and a downtown that has received recognition for its shops and restaurants. Current rental prices in Maplewood range from approximately $1,600 for studios to $3,300 for two-bedroom units, offering options near transit, parks, and local amenities.

Renting in Maplewood

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Getting Around Maplewood

Transportation

82

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
47

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.
1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Public University
Public University
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Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,930 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
721 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades 3-5
448 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
577 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
373 Students

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