
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Plainfield Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ (97 Rentals)


The Randolph

803 South

1000 North Ave

The Plaza of Plainfield

Netherwood Flats

Kingsley Apartments

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

538 W 7th St
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136 E 9th St, Unit #36, Unit #36

725 Webster Pl

538 W 7th St

420 W 7th St

705 Park Ave

254 Netherwood Ave

808 Central Ave

Crescent Apartments

820-836 South Ave

711-717 Liberty St
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132-134 E 6th St

453-459 W 7th St

743-747 Watchung Ave

44-46 Lincoln Pl

606-614 New St

808-812 2nd Pl

324 Park Ave

655 W Front St

1100 South Ave

301 W Front St
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518-522 W 7th St

301 W 8th St

722-724 Watchung Ave

130 North Ave

The Mayfair at Plainfield Station

745 Watchung Ave

1013-1015 Park Ave

Richmond Tower

Bldg 1

317-319 Richmond St
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902-904 E 2nd St

143-147 E Fifth St

820 1st Pl

949 W 3rd St

402 W 7th St

Williamsburg Apartments

Oakwood Gardens bldg 2

171-175 North Ave

300-314 W Front St

220-224 E Front St
Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Plainfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,760 | $1,495 | $2,250 |
Downtown Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $1,695 | $2,545 |
| Downtown Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,995 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $3,150 | $3,749 |
| Downtown Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Plainfield Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ.
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Largest Available Downtown Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Plainfield area of Plainfield, NJ is found at The Randolph and is listed at 954 square feet priced from $2,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Randolph | 1 Bed 1Bath JK | 954 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Netherwood Flats | Willow | 936 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| 803 South | 867 Sq Ft | $2,300 | |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A2 | 805 Sq Ft | $2,080 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 803 Sq Ft | $2,155 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| The Plaza of Plainfield | 1/1 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,159 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 715 Sq Ft | $1,760 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 675 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Plainfield of Plainfield, NJ is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,695 at Kingsley Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Plainfield is currently $2,150. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,695 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | $1,750 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,750 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,760 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,775 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,775 |
| Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,825 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,900 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A2 | $2,080 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Plainfield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Plainfield is at Kingsley Apartments listed at $1,695.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Plainfield is $2,150.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Plainfield is a 954 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at The Randolph.
What is the average size for Downtown Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Plainfield is currently 800 sq ft.
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