
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ (144 Rentals)


Cypress Gardens

Greenbrook Gardens

North Mountain Ridge

Mountain View Gardens

Greenwood Gardens

2-4 Mercer Ave

70-72 Jackson Ave

222-232 Somerset St

405-409 Grove St
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1300 Rock Ave

190 Cedar St

194-200 Somerset Street

Sunshine Court Apartments

2-8 Duer St

214 Somerset St

Malcolm Gardens

Terrace View Gardens

West End Gardens

Somerset Apartments
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citivillage @ Plainfield Station

Scotch Plains Crossing

803 South

1000 North Ave

The Randolph

The Quin

Netherwood Flats

Forty South Ave

The Nell

Fanwood Crossing
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The Diamond at Warren

Crystal Ridge at Watchung

Kingsley Apartments

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

208 W 7th St

468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2

61 Hillcrest Blvd, Unit 61C

538 W 7th St

420 W 7th St

401 E Front St

1776 E 2nd St

955F East Front Street

130 North Ave

RT500

The Mayfair at Plainfield Station

RT500

Richmond Tower

Oakwood Gardens bldg 2

254 Netherwood Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Plainfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,778 | $1,495 | $2,250 |
North Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| North Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,840 | $4,900 |
| North Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,183 | $3,150 | $3,200 |
| North Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,600 | $3,200 |
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Largest Available North Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in North Plainfield, NJ is found at The Randolph in the Potters neighborhood and is 954 square feet priced from $2,529. 803 South has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 867 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in North Plainfield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Randolph | 1 Bed 1Bath JK | 954 Sq Ft | $2,529 |
| 803 South | I-2 | 867 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Crystal Ridge at Watchung | Manville | 865 Sq Ft | $2,240 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 842 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 830 Sq Ft | $1,720 |
| West End Gardens | $2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 830 Sq Ft | $1,835 |
| The Nell | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 827Sqft | 827 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A2 | 805 Sq Ft | $1,840 |
| Fanwood Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 788 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Scotch Plains Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 725 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
Cheapest Available North Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 14, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in North Plainfield, NJ is the 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,208 at Horizons At Plainfield in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. The second most affordable North Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Greenbrook Gardens starting at $1,623 in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in North Plainfield is currently $2,203. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in North Plainfield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Horizons At Plainfield | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | $1,208 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath | $1,623 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | $1,655 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen | $1,695 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,720 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,750 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,775 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,775 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | $1,795 |
| Fernwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom North Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Plainfield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in North Plainfield is at Horizons At Plainfield listed at $1,208.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in North Plainfield is $2,203.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Plainfield is a 954 square feet unit starting from $2,529 at The Randolph.
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