
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Van Wyck Brooks Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ from $500 (39 Rentals)
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420 W 7th St

Kingsley Apartments

420 W 7th St

538 W 7th St

538 W 7th St

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

538 W 7th St

The Monarch at Plainfield
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418 Watchung Ave, Unit 10

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The Plaza of Plainfield

The Randolph

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

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Cornell Arms

Horizons At Plainfield

730-734 Park Ave
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Aspen Gardens

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Colonnade Apartments

Oakwood Gardens

Frontier Flats

Jade Apartments

Gran Prix Apartments

116 Lofts
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Hampshire Court Apartments

201 E 9th St

Plainfield Apartments

Pineview Gardens

510 E 7th St

Fernwood Gardens

West 7th Street Lofts

Grove St Apartments

Austin Realty Apartment Homes
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111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3

Somerset Apartments

126 Duer St
Van Wyck Brooks, Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Van Wyck Brooks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wyck Brooks Studio Apartments | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
| Van Wyck Brooks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $1,695 | $2,510 |
| Van Wyck Brooks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $1,995 | $2,790 |
| Van Wyck Brooks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,987 | $2,250 | $3,499 |
| Van Wyck Brooks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Van Wyck Brooks Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Van Wyck Brooks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Van Wyck Brooks 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 Van Wyck Brooks 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 |
| Gran Prix Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | Large 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 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 |
| Pineview Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,046 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Wyck Brooks, NJ
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Van Wyck Brooks area is the $1.27 price per square foot 111 Sycamore Ave Model at 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Van Wyck Brooks apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Pineview Gardens starting at $2,046 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Van Wyck Brooks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 | 111 Sycamore Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Pineview Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated (Sm - 823-858 SqFt) | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 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 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Plaza of Plainfield | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Van Wyck Brooks Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Wyck Brooks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Wyck Brooks Apartment is $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Van Wyck Brooks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Van Wyck Brooks is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.
What is the most affordable Van Wyck Brooks Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Van Wyck Brooks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Plaza of Plainfield and starts from $3,499.
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