Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ from $500 (14 Rentals)

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1024-1034 South Ave
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1024-1034 South Ave

1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Apartments
Built in 20241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Apartments

408 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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The Station At Netherwood
Built in 20241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Station At Netherwood

1014 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Netherwood Flats
Built in 20221 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Flats

829 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Prime South Apartments
Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prime South Apartments

1369-1403 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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RT 500
Built in 2026Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

RT 500

500 Main StBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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The Gateway @ Dunellen
Built in 2025Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Gateway @ Dunellen

745 Bound Brook RdDunellen, NJ 08812

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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, 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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.