Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Plainfield Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ (155 Rentals)

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 126 Duer St

$2,500

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$2,500
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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126 Duer St

North PlainfieldNJ07060

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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824-826 George Street
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

824-826 George Street

826 George StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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197-209 North Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

197-209 North Ave

197-209 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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143-147 E Fifth St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

143-147 E Fifth St

143-147 E Fifth StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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171-175 North Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

171-175 North Ave

171-175 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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500 Watchung Ave
Studio Apartments

500 Watchung Ave

500 Watchung AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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130 North Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130 North Ave

130 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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413-423 Park Ave
Studio Apartments

413-423 Park Ave

413-423 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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100 North Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

100 North Ave

100 North AvePlainfield, NJ 07060

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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324 Park Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

324 Park Ave

324 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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431-435 Park Ave
Studio Apartments

431-435 Park Ave

431-435 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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234 Park Ave
Studio Apartments

234 Park Ave

234 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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229-241 E 2nd St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

229-241 E 2nd St

229-241 E 2nd StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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220-224 E Front St
1 Bedroom Apartments

220-224 E Front St

220-224 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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132-134 E 6th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

132-134 E 6th St

132-134 E 6th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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165 Crescent Ave
Studio Apartments

165 Crescent Ave

165 Crescent AvePlainfield, NJ 07060

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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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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Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, NJ

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, and the greater Plainfield area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Plainfield, this neighborhood is known as one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Plainfield

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Plainfield area of Plainfield, NJ?

As of today, August 08, 2026, there are currently 155 available Downtown Plainfield apartments priced from $1,300 to $3,600, with an average monthly rent of $2,331.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Plainfield?

There are currently 51 Studio Apartments in Downtown Plainfield with rent ranges from $1,495 to $1,980 with an average price of $1,681.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Plainfield ranges from $1,300 to $2,545 with an average monthly rent of $2,112.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Plainfield cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Plainfield range from $1,995 to $3,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,605.

How expensive are Downtown Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Plainfield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,250 to $3,499 - averaging $2,774 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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.