Cheap Apartments for Rent in Plainsboro, NJ from $500 (59 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 1105 Aspen Dr

$1,750

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1105 Aspen Dr

PlainsboroNJ08536
property at 4811 Ravens Crest Dr

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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4811 Ravens Crest Dr, Unit 4811

4811 Ravens Crest Dr
PlainsboroNJ08536

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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

property at 246 N Harrison St

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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246 N Harrison St

PrincetonNJ08540

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property at 1724 Country Mill Dr

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1724 Country Mill Dr

East WindsorNJ08512
property at 35 Linden Ln

$2,245 - $3,150

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

35 Linden Ln

PrincetonNJ08540

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Kensington Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Arms

9-16 Devonshire DrHightstown, NJ 08520
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41 Spring St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

41 Spring St

41 Spring StPrinceton, NJ 08542
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Chestnut Willow
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Willow

216 Dorchester DrEast Windsor, NJ 08512
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Dorchester Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dorchester Arms

9 Dorchester DrHightstown, NJ 08520
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Kensington Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Arms

34 Wiltshire DrHightstown, NJ 08520
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Plainsboro, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainsboro, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Plainsboro, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainsboro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cranbury Brook - The Highlands$2,818$566116

Cheapest Available Plainsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainsboro, NJ is a Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,523. Windsor Regency in the Turnpike West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,523
Windsor Regency3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,525
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Hunters Glen1×11BR,1BA$1,770
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$1,776
Addison at Princeton Meadows1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,850
Deer Creek1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,875
The Woods East WindsorBLOSSOM1BR,1BA$1,900
Kingston Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,004
The Crossings at Plainsboro1 Bedroom Premier Plus1BR,1BA$2,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainsboro, NJ

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainsboro area is the $3.00 price per square foot Beech Model at Copperwood in Princeton in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $3,829. The second greatest value Plainsboro apartment is the Coventry I Enhanced Model at Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal starting at $3,529 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Princeton Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainsboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Copperwood in PrincetonBeech2BR,2BA$3.00
Barclay Square at Princeton ForrestalCoventry I Enhanced2BR,2BA$2.78
Plainsboro Village Center ResidentialB1BR,1BA$2.02
Deer Creek2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
The Woods East WindsorBLOSSOM1BR,1BA$2.34
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.12
Kingston Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.95
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$2.63
Addison at Princeton Meadows1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.86
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.03

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainsboro Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plainsboro?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plainsboro is at Quail Ridge Apartments listed at $1,523.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainsboro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainsboro Apartment is $1,525 at Windsor Regency.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plainsboro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainsboro is starting from $1,950 at Windsor Regency.

What is the most affordable Plainsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plainsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 195 Nassau and starts from $8,046.

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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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

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