Cheap Homes for Rent in Plainfield, NJ from $1,600 (14 Rentals)

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property at 725 Webster Pl

$1,700

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$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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725 Webster Pl

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property at 401 US-22

$1,800 - $2,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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401 US-22

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property at 1171 W Front St

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1171 W Front St

PlainfieldNJ07063
property at 207 Gertrude Ter

$2,300

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$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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207 Gertrude Ter

DunellenNJ08812

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Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainfield, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Plainfield, NJ area range in price from $1,495 to $4,000 with an overall median price of $3,209. The three Plainfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Green Brook Park at $1,495, Crescent Area at $1,495, and Downtown Plainfield at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Green Brook Park$3,150$1,49522
Crescent Area$3,200$1,49562
Downtown Plainfield$3,200$1,49568
Netherwood Heights$3,200$1,77541
Van Wyck Brooks$3,299$1,49547

Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, NJ is a Studio unit found at Fernwood Gardens in the Green Brook Park neighborhood priced from $1,450. Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fernwood Gardens0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Grove St ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Colonnade Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
The Gateway @ Dunellen0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,740
Somerset Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.60 price per square foot 960 Glenwood Ave Model at 960 Glenwood Ave, Unit 960 Glenwood in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the 60 Summit Ave Model at 60 Summit Ave, Unit 60 Summit 4 BR starting at $3,200 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield 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.
960 Glenwood Ave, Unit 960 Glenwood960 Glenwood Ave2BR,2BA$1.60
60 Summit Ave, Unit 60 Summit 4 BR60 Summit Ave4BR,1.5BA$1.60
Austin Realty Apartment Homes2 Bedroom Renovated (Lg - 1,272 SqFt)2BR,2BA$1.93
Hamilton CommonsA-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom82BR,2BA$2.08
140 North Ave140 North Ave1BR,1BA$2.10
Somerset Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.84
Cypress Gardens$1.99/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.12
West End Gardens$2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
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, NJ
Population: 50,693

Ranked #768

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Plainfield?

There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,495 to $5,195. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainfield ranging from $1,600 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plainfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plainfield ranges from $1,600 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,770.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Plainfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Plainfield range from $2,200 to $5,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.