
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ (158 Rentals)


Orchid Park

Glenside

Lamberts Mill Village

Bayberry Gardens Apartments

Country Club Village

529 Park Ave

2496 Plainfield Ave

Scotch Plains Gardens

Riverside Village
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Walnut Hill

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Fairways at Cranford

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RT 500

The Plaza of Plainfield

Providence Place

SoHo at Fanwood Station

Woodcrest at Clark - 55+

The Andrew

Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)

Centurion Sleepy Hollow
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1000 North Ave

Brookside Manor Clark

The Randolph

Westfield Crossing

The Quin

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

803 South

Vermella Garwood Station

Lexington Village

Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield
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The Parker

Murray Hill Apartments

Crystal Ridge at Watchung

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333 Central

North Mountain Ridge

Westfield Hamilton House, LLC

Cranford Crossing Apartment Homes

Woodcrest at Berkeley Heights - 55+

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes
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331 South Ave

Duncan Hill Apartment Homes

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999 Raritan Rd

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300 South Ave, Unit 2

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1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2

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825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B

4 Elm St, Unit #1

227 South Ave W, Unit 3

512 E 2nd St, Unit 3rd fl

401 US-22, Unit 16 D
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotch Plains?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotch Plains Studio Apartments | $2,392 | $1,575 | $2,742 |
Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $1,660 | $4,280 |
| Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $1,995 | $5,600 |
| Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,849 | $2,250 | $6,100 |
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Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 08, 2026There are currently 265 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Scotch Plains, NJ that range in price from $1,300 to $4,280. The Reserve, Goodman's Crossing and Sterling Chase are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Scotch Plains with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | 95 | $2,926 | $1,300 |
| Goodman's Crossing | 63 | $2,626 | $1,640 |
| Sterling Chase | 40 | $2,700 | $1,795 |
| Crestwood | 37 | $2,720 | $1,795 |
| Berwyck Chase | 30 | $2,200 | $1,300 |
Largest Available Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scotch Plains, NJ is found at The Parker in the Wychwood neighborhood and is 1,070 square feet priced from $2,700. 331 South Ave has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,059 square feet and currently listed start at $3,336. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Scotch Plains:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker | 1 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 1,070 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| 331 South Ave | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1,059 Sq Ft | $3,336 |
| The Andrew | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 964 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Westfield Crossing | 1 Bed with Den | 950 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Netherwood Flats | Willow | 936 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Fairways at Cranford | A05.1D - 1x1 | 916 Sq Ft | $3,226 |
| Country Club Village | $2.31/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 910 Sq Ft | $2,099 |
| Centurion Sleepy Hollow | 1BR/1.0BA | 905 Sq Ft | $2,105 |
| Orchid Park | $3.44/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Office | 895 Sq Ft | $3,125 |
| Crystal Ridge at Watchung | Manville | 865 Sq Ft | $2,304 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scotch Plains, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Renovated Model starting from $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Renovated Model at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes starting at $1,750 in the North Edison neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Scotch Plains is currently $2,652. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Scotch Plains:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,650 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,750 |
| Birchwood Gardens | 1332 1B1B | $1,775 |
| Gran Prix Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,825 |
| Hampshire Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,895 |
| Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!) | 1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH | $1,950 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,025 |
| The Plaza of Plainfield | 1/1 | $2,039 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Scotch Plains with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Scotch Plains is at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes listed at $1,650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Scotch Plains is $2,652.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Scotch Plains is a 1,070 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at The Parker.
What is the average size for Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Scotch Plains is currently 686 sq ft.
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