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Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainfield, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Plainfield, NJ area range in price from $1,800 to $3,600 with an overall median price of $2,765. The three Plainfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Netherwood Heights at $1,800, Crescent Area at $2,500, and Downtown Plainfield at $2,500. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Netherwood Heights$2,500$1,8002
Crescent Area$2,575$2,5002
Downtown Plainfield$2,575$2,5003
Van Wyck Brooks$2,575$2,5002
Green Brook Park$3,600$2,5002

Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Beacon Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,650. Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,650
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,675
citivillage @ Plainfield Station0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,725
Grove St Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,745
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.66 price per square foot 119 Cindy Ct Model at 119 Cindy Ct, Unit 1 in the starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the Magnolia II Model at Netherwood Flats starting at $2,590 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Potters 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.
119 Cindy Ct, Unit 1119 Cindy Ct3BR,1BA$1.66
Netherwood FlatsMagnolia II2BR,2BA$2.06
Hamilton CommonsA-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom82BR,2BA$2.08
Grove St Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$2.23
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2468 Watchung Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
68 W End Ave, Unit 268 W End Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
Cypress Gardens$2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.31
Jade Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.33
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$2.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Plainfield?

There are currently 205 Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $5,595. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainfield ranging from $1,800 to $4,950.

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 $1,800 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,397.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.