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Kensington Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Arms

9-16 Devonshire DrHightstown, NJ 08520
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Princeton Arms West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Princeton Arms West

65-76 Devonshire 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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Dorchester Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dorchester Arms

9 Dorchester DrHightstown, NJ 08520
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Chestnut Willow
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Willow

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

Windsor Commons

164 One Mile RdEast Windsor, NJ 08520
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Plainsboro, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainsboro, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025

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$4,635$897101

Cheapest Available Plainsboro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainsboro, NJ is a Studio unit found at Princeton Lakeview Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,395. Windsor Regency in the Turnpike West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Windsor Regency3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Quail Ridge1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,739
Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesJuliaStudio,1BA$1,849
Southridge Woods$2.27/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,920
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$1,931
Deer Creek1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,936
Addison at Princeton Meadows1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,014
Windsor Castle1 BR 1 Bth w/ Den No W/D1BR,1BA$2,100
The Crossings at Plainsboro1 Bedroom Premier Plus1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainsboro, NJ

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plainsboro area is the $2.58 price per square foot Coventry I (Premium View) Model at Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Plainsboro apartment is the $2.51/sq.ft. - The Farrington Model at Windsor Woods starting at $3,315 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Princeton Lawrenceville 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.
Barclay Square at Princeton ForrestalCoventry I (Premium View)2BR,2BA$2.58
Windsor Woods$2.51/sq.ft. - The Farrington3BR,2BA$2.77
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.17
Copperwood in PrincetonHickory2BR,1BA$2.92
Wynbrook West2 BEDROOMS2BR,1BA$2.35
Windsor Castle1 BR 1 Bth w/ Den No W/D1BR,1BA$2.28
Woodmont Way - West WindsorRuby1BR,1BA$2.99
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$2.68
Deer Creek1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.86
Quail Ridge1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.69

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66 / 100

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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 Princeton Lakeview Apartments listed at $1,395.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainsboro Apartment is $1,650 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 $2,121 at Quail Ridge.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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.