
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (25 Rentals)
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923 North Ave, Unit First Floor

Frontier Flats

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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotch Plains?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Scotch Plains Studio Apartments | $2,041 | $1,670 | $2,510 |
Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,560 | $3,850 |
Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $1,975 | $6,100 |
Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,561 | $2,500 | $6,500 |
Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,233 | $3,000 | $5,500 |
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,560 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $4,637. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Berwyck Chase at $1,600, Crestwood at $1,600, and Goodman's Crossing at $1,560. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scotch Plains Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Berwyck Chase | $3,600 | $1,600 | 65 |
Crestwood | $4,850 | $1,600 | 69 |
Goodman's Crossing | $4,850 | $1,560 | 120 |
Sterling Chase | $4,850 | $1,850 | 67 |
The Reserve | $5,037 | $1,600 | 136 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,725. Scotch Plains Gardens in the Crestwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotch Plains apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
Oakwood Gardens | Oakwood 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!) | 1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ and Nearby
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $2.15 price per square foot $2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,305. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the 634 W Broad St Model at 634 W Broad St, Unit Floor 2 starting at $2,600 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scotch Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lamberts Mill Village | $2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.15 |
634 W Broad St, Unit Floor 2 | 634 W Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Hamilton Commons | A-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
Frontier Flats | 1 Bd/1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Riverside Village | $2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms) | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Country Club Village | $2.31/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
North Mountain Ridge | 5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2 | 1115 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
999 Raritan Rd | 999 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Best Local Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ
Terrill Middle School
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Getting Around Scotch Plains, NJ
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotch Plains Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scotch Plains?
The cheapest apartment in Scotch Plains is Blair Tudor Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Scotch Plains costs $4,637.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Scotch Plains?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Scotch Plains that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Scotch Plains?
Cheap apartments in Scotch Plains have an average cost of $180 which is $4,457 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scotch Plains.
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