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North Plainfield, NJ Local Guide
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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 | $1,866 | $1,675 | $2,050 |
| North Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $1,500 | $4,438 |
| North Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $1,800 | $4,900 |
| North Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,676 | $2,453 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available North Plainfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in North Plainfield, NJ is a Studio unit found at citivillage @ Plainfield Station in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,725. Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Plainfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Grove St Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ and Nearby
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Plainfield area is the $1.93 price per square foot 107 W Front St Model at 107 W Front St, Unit 1 in the in the Green Brook Park neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value North Plainfield apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Grove St Apartments starting at $2,453 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107 W Front St, Unit 1 | 107 W Front St | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Grove St Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.31/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.38/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom - Lower Level | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 68 W End Ave, Unit 2 | 68 W End Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Jade Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.39/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in North Plainfield, NJ
East End Elementary School
North Plainfield Boro School District
Public School - Grades PK-4 (486)
5 out of 10
North Plainfield High School
North Plainfield Boro School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1214)
2 out of 10
North Plainfield Middle School
North Plainfield Boro School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (489)
4 out of 10
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Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Plainfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Plainfield is at citivillage @ Plainfield Station listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment is $1,745 at Grove St Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Plainfield is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.
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