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property at 1171 W Front St

$1,995

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$1,995
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1171 W Front St

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property at 953 E Front St

$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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953 E Front St, Unit A

953 E Front St
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property at 305 Watson Ave

$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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305 Watson Ave

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Cornell Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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955F East Front Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

955F East Front Street

903-1005 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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730-734 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

730-734 Park Ave

730-734 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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1024-1034 South Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1024-1034 South Ave

1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Netherwood Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Pointe

916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

120 Randolph RdPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Plainfield Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Colonnade Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonnade Apartments

1100-1110 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07063
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Oakwood Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Gardens

124 E 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Birchwood Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

1332-1338 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Frontier Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Frontier Flats

171 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Jade Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jade Apartments

821 Central AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Gran Prix Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gran Prix Apartments

316 Franklin PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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116 Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lofts

116 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Plainfield Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Apartments

408 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Belle Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Gardens

733 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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Pineview Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Gardens

1143 W 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07063
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainfield, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Plainfield, NJ area range in price from $1,375 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $3,500. The three Plainfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crescent Area at $1,375, Downtown Plainfield at $1,375, and Netherwood Heights at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Crescent Area$3,250$1,37555
Downtown Plainfield$3,250$1,37557
Netherwood Heights$3,250$1,75037
Van Wyck Brooks$3,250$1,37550
Green Brook Park$4,500$1,49525

Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,650. Terrace View Gardens in the Green Brook Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,650
Terrace View Gardens$2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,695
West End Gardens$2.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,735
538 W 7th St1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750
Birchwood Gardens1332 1B1B1BR,1BA$1,775
Greenbrook GardensOne Bedroom One Bath Large1BR,1BA$1,787
Austin Realty Apartment HomesLarge 1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,795
Gran Prix Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
Cypress Gardens$2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.27 price per square foot 111 Sycamore Ave Model at 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the 107 W Front St Model at 107 W Front St, Unit 1 starting at $2,750 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3111 Sycamore Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
107 W Front St, Unit 1107 W Front St3BR,2BA$1.83
Aspen Court Apartments2BIPR Den2BR,2BA$2.13
Hamilton CommonsA-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom82BR,2BA$2.08
Pineview Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$2.32
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.09
West End Gardens$2.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.09
Terrace View Gardens$2.13/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
538 W 7th St1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Cheap Plainfield Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment is $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.

What is the most affordable Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Plaza of Plainfield and starts from $3,499.

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