1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ (168 Rentals)

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955F East Front Street
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955F East Front Street

903-1005 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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130 North Ave
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130 North Ave

130 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060

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220-224 E Front St
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220-224 E Front St

220-224 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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301 W Front St
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301 W Front St

301 W Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Richmond Tower
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Richmond Tower

520 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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808-812 2nd Pl
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808-812 2nd Pl

808-812 2nd PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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402 W 7th St
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402 W 7th St

402 W 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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820 1st Pl
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820 1st Pl

820 1st PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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808 Central Ave
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808 Central Ave

808 Central AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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1411 Bradford St
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1411 Bradford St

1411 Bradford StPlainfield, NJ 07063
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606-614 New St
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606-614 New St

606-614 New StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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820-836 South Ave
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820-836 South Ave

820-836 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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453-459 W 7th St
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453-459 W 7th St

453-459 W 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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1139 S 2nd St
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1139 S 2nd St

1139 S 2nd StPlainfield, NJ 07063
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745 Watchung Ave
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745 Watchung Ave

745 Watchung AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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324 Park Ave
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324 Park Ave

324 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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711-717 Liberty St
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711-717 Liberty St

711-717 Liberty StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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518-522 W 7th St
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518-522 W 7th St

518-522 W 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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229-241 E 2nd St
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229-241 E 2nd St

229-241 E 2nd StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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308 W Front St
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308 W Front St

308 W Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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171-175 North Ave
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171-175 North Ave

171-175 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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902-904 E 2nd St
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902-904 E 2nd St

902-904 E 2nd StPlainfield, NJ 07062

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Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 24, 2026

There are currently 116 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Plainfield, NJ that range in price from $1,600 to $2,595. Crescent Area, Downtown Plainfield and Van Wyck Brooks are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Plainfield with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Crescent Area30$2,105$1,695
Downtown Plainfield30$2,125$1,695
Van Wyck Brooks28$2,044$1,695
Netherwood Heights19$2,159$1,745
Green Brook Park9$1,917$1,600

Largest Available Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plainfield, NJ is found at Netherwood Flats in the Potters neighborhood and is 936 square feet priced from $2,200. Orchid Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 895 square feet and currently listed start at $3,125. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Plainfield:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Netherwood FlatsWillow936 Sq Ft$2,200
Orchid Park$3.44/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Office895 Sq Ft$3,125
803 SouthK879 Sq Ft$2,350
The Randolph1 Bed 1Bath RPQ858 Sq Ft$2,285
Cypress Gardens$2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom850 Sq Ft$1,845
citivillage @ Plainfield Station1BR/1.0BA850 Sq Ft$2,025
Crystal Ridge at WatchungMillstone842 Sq Ft$2,638
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated836 Sq Ft$1,750
West End Gardens$2.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom830 Sq Ft$1,735
Pineview Gardens1 Bedroom617 Sq Ft$2,070

Cheapest Available Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Plainfield, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Renovated Model starting from $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the $2.13/sq.ft. - One Bedroom Model at Terrace View Gardens starting at $1,735 in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Plainfield is currently $2,308. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Plainfield:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated$1,650
Terrace View Gardens$2.13/sq.ft. - One Bedroom$1,735
West End Gardens$2.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom$1,735
538 W 7th St1 Bed, 1 Bath$1,750
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated$1,750
Birchwood Gardens1332 1B1B$1,775
Gran Prix Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,800
Cypress Gardens$2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom$1,845
Austin Realty Apartment HomesLarge 1 Bedroom Renovated$1,850
Hampshire Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,895

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Plainfield Overview

When it comes to finding a new apartment in New Jersey, you can end your search with Plainfield. This area is perfectly situated to provide you with all of the amenities you find in a big city while providing you with a smaller town feel. You are just a few minutes via public transportation from the Big Apple. When you do not want the hustle and bustle of the city, you can easily walk from your apartment door to a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment. When you desire the best mix of history and modern activities, you will find everything you are looking for right here in Plainfield. 

Why live in Plainfield, NJ?

Plainfield is an exceptional place to live because of its walkability and quick access to major cities. Daily errands can easily be completed on foot and New York City is just a quick bus or train ride away. There is incredibly low crime and high-quality schools available to those with children. Additionally, Plainfield is full of rich history. 

Plainfield, NJ
Population: 50,693

Ranked #768

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is $2,308.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Plainfield is a 936 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at Netherwood Flats.

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