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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in East Orange

East Orange, NJ has 40 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 4,222 units across the city. With a median market rent of $1,441 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), these income-based options provide an important resource for the 69% of residents who rent. Of the 19 properties with inspection scores on record, 15 rated excellent, signaling generally well-maintained housing stock.

40
Properties
4,222
Total units
91/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,441/mo

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in East Orange is $1,441, the median household income is $60,830 annually, and 69% of residents are renters. With nearly 7 in 10 households renting, income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role in the local market.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
491 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to the East Orange Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, East Orange had a violent crime rate of 491 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

For flood risk, 2 of the 19 HUD-assisted properties in East Orange are mapped in high-risk flood zones. Renters in those buildings should ask about flood insurance options when applying.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 89 · Very Walkable

Getting Around East Orange

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in East Orange scores 89 (Very Walkable), 62 for Transit (Good Transit), and 52 for Biking. These scores reflect the walkability, public transit access, and bike-friendliness near the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
22 schools · 3 districts

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 22 public schools across 3 districts serve East Orange, including 14 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 other. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check which schools are assigned to a specific address before applying.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$60,830 median income

Cost of Living

The median household income in East Orange is $60,830 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median rent citywide is $1,441 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data, which means housing costs can take a significant share of income for many residents -- making income-restricted units an important resource here.

  • Median household income: $60,830/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median rent (all rentals): $1,441/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 69% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

East Orange has 2,533 income-restricted units across 19 HUD-assisted or LIHTC properties, providing below-market options for eligible renters in a city where the majority of residents rent their homes.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 19 HUD-assisted properties mapped for flood risk in East Orange, 2 fall within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 17 properties carry low or minimal flood exposure according to flood zone data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 91/100(19 of 40 scored)
90+ (15)70–89 (3)<60 (1)No score (21)

40 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in East Orange, NJ

East Orange is a densely populated city in Essex County with a strong renter majority. According to the Census ACS 5-Year (as of 2024), 69 percent of households rent, and the median household income is $60,830, making affordable and income-based housing an important resource for many residents here.

Lease Lantern tracks 19 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in East Orange, covering 2,533 units across the city.

Property Conditions

All 19 tracked properties have been scored, with 15 rated excellent and 3 rated good based on HUD inspection data. One property falls in the poor range, so it is worth reviewing individual property pages before applying.

Flood Risk

Of the 19 mapped properties, 2 carry a high flood risk designation. Check the individual property page for details before committing to a unit.

Getting Around

East Orange scores 89 (Very Walkable) and 62 (Good Transit) according to Walk Score, meaning most daily errands and transit connections are accessible without a car for most residents.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, East Orange is served by 3 school districts with 22 public schools, including 14 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools.

Rents and Crime Context

The citywide median rent is $1,441 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). The violent crime rate reported by the East Orange Police Department was 222 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

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Eligibility & how to apply

New Jersey income limits (2026)New Jersey public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in New Jersey

Helpful guides

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