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property at 1111 Aspen Dr

$1,950

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1111 Aspen Dr, Unit 1111

1111 Aspen Dr
PlainsboroNJ08536

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1405 Aspen Dr

$2,200

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1405 Aspen Dr, Unit 1405

1405 Aspen Dr
PlainsboroNJ08536

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

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Plainsboro, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainsboro, NJ

Pricing Updated: 03/12/2026

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$3,957$897139

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. Quail Ridge Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,586. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,586
Windsor Regency3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$1,700
Hunters Glen1×11BR,1BA$1,770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainsboro, NJ

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainsboro area is the $2.62 price per square foot Devon II (Upgraded Appliances Lighting - Premiu... Model at Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $4,130. The second greatest value Plainsboro apartment is the 1424 Country Mill Dr Model at 1424 Country Mill Dr, Unit #1400 Building starting at $2,350 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands 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 ForrestalDevon II (Upgraded Appliances Lighting - Premiu...2BR,2.5BA$2.62
1424 Country Mill Dr, Unit #1400 Building1424 Country Mill Dr2BR,2BA$1.93
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.08
Windsor Woods$2.28/sq.ft. - The Arlington2BR,2BA$2.44
Wyncrest at East WindsorHampton2BR,2BA$2.36
Plainsboro Village Center ResidentialB1BR,1BA$2.02
Windsor Castle2 BR 1.5 Bth No W/D2BR,1.5BA$2.44
Southridge Woods$2.36/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
The Woods East WindsorBLOSSOM1BR,1BA$2.71
The Crest at Princeton MeadowsThe Summit1BR,1BA$2.52

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainsboro

What type of rentals are currently available in Plainsboro?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Plainsboro, NJ with pricing that ranges from $897 to $10,150. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainsboro ranging from $1,800 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plainsboro?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plainsboro ranges from $1,800 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,868.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.