
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Plainfield, PA from $900 (41 Rentals)
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Chateau Terrace Apartments

Cottages of Shippensburg, 55+

Deerfield Commons

Mountain View Village

Flats of Shippensburg

Frederick Court

Delbrook Manor Apartments
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Carlisle Park Apartments

The Brambles

Meridian West Shore

Shippensburg Commons Apartments

Oxford Manor Apartments and Townhomes

Northside Village

Smith Farm Apartments

Cambria Phase 1
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15 North

Graham Hill

Arcona Strand

Union Flats

Hadley Place Apartments

SummerBridge at RockLedge

The Residences at Seven Gables

Hampden Greene
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124 W Penn St

The Flats at Hampden

Raystown Crossing

Dawn Ridge

Normandy Lofts

Flats at Factory Square

Shippensburg Village Townhomes

24 Liam Ln
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109 S Earl St

LeTort Estates

153 Cedar St

Elmwood Apartments

27 Partridge Cir

225 McKnight St

169 E Pomfret St

306 N College St
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262 McKnight St
Plainfield, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plainfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $900 | $4,014 |
| Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,025 | $4,298 |
| Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $1,500 | $2,693 |
| Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $1,675 | $2,822 |
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Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Crest Apartments in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood priced from $900. Normandy Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Normandy Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $980 |
| Cottages of Shippensburg, 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Shippensburg Village Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| Frederick Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Carlisle Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,247 |
| Dawn Ridge | 3 Bedroom 1246sf | 3BR,2BA | $1,251 |
| Shippensburg Commons Apartments | Shippensburg | 2BR,2BA | $1,355 |
| Elmwood Apartments | Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Northside Village | Orion | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, PA and Nearby
As of September 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $1.41 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhome 2.5 Bath Exterior Model at Terraces at Shepherdstown in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $2,439. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the SF4x2E Model at Smith Farm Townhomes starting at $2,201 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Carlisle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Shepherdstown | 4 Bedroom Townhome 2.5 Bath Exterior | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Smith Farm Townhomes | SF4x2E | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Shippensburg Commons Apartments | Shippensburg | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Smith Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Hidden Meadows Phase 1 | HM3x2.5E | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
| Dawn Ridge | 3 Bedroom 1246sf | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Arcona Strand | MALLOY | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Cottages of Shippensburg, 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Normandy Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Shippensburg Village Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment is $900 at Orchard Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is starting from $980 at Normandy Lofts.
What is the most affordable Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dawn Ridge and starts from $1,251.
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