
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crescent Area Plainfield, NJ from $500 (51 Rentals)
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420 W 7th St

Kingsley Apartments

538 W 7th St

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

420 W 7th St

538 W 7th St

538 W 7th St

1000 North Ave

The Monarch at Plainfield
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418 Watchung Ave, Unit 10

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

The Plaza of Plainfield

Centurion Sleepy Hollow

The Randolph

803 South

717 Arlington Ave, Unit 3D-4A-5A

826 St Mary's Ave

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Cornell Arms
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Horizons At Plainfield

730-734 Park Ave

Stoney Brook Gardens

1024-1034 South Ave

Aspen Gardens

Netherwood Pointe

Plainfield Village

Plainfield Village

Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes

Oakwood Gardens
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Frontier Flats

Jade Apartments

Gran Prix Apartments

116 Lofts

Blair Beacon Apartment Homes

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

Hampshire Court Apartments

201 E 9th St

Plainfield Apartments

Belle Gardens
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The Station At Netherwood

510 E 7th St

Fernwood Gardens

Netherwood Flats

West 7th Street Lofts

824-826 George Street

Grove St Apartments

Austin Realty Apartment Homes

94 Summit Ave

Somerset Apartments
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Crescent Area, Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crescent Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Area Studio Apartments | $1,737 | $1,495 | $1,980 |
| Crescent Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $1,375 | $2,510 |
| Crescent Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $1,995 | $3,420 |
| Crescent Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $2,250 | $3,499 |
| Crescent Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crescent Area Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Crescent Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crescent Area area of Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes priced from $1,650. 538 W 7th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Crescent Area apartments for rent in Plainfield, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | Large 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Gran Prix Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Plaza of Plainfield | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,039 |
| The Randolph | 1 Bed 1Bath MO | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crescent Area, NJ
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crescent Area area is the $2.36 price per square foot NOR-B08 Model at 1000 North Ave in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,420. The second greatest value Crescent Area apartment is the Scarlet Model at Netherwood Flats starting at $2,750 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crescent Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 North Ave | NOR-B08 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Netherwood Flats | Scarlet | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Plaza of Plainfield | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crescent Area Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crescent Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crescent Area Apartment is $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crescent Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crescent Area is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.
What is the most affordable Crescent Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Crescent Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Plaza of Plainfield and starts from $3,499.
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