
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $300 (38 Rentals)
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Country Club Village

Scotch Plains Gardens

Riverside Village

Lexington Village

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34 Berdine Ct, Unit Studio Apartment

Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield

420 W 7th St

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes
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North Mountain Ridge

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

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227 South Ave W, Unit 2

Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)

803 South

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Carlton Towers

Cornell Arms
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955F East Front Street

730-734 Park Ave

1024-1034 South Ave

Stoney Brook Gardens

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Aspen Gardens

Netherwood Pointe

Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes

Plainfield Village
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Plainfield Village

112 Prospect St

Frontier Flats

Blair Beacon Apartment Homes

Westfield Manor Apartments

Oakwood Gardens

Jade Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

Riverview Terrace Apartments
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Hampshire Court Apartments
Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotch Plains?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Scotch Plains Studio Apartments | $2,103 | $1,850 | $2,515 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,640 | $3,880 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,421 | $1,995 | $7,100 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,201 | $2,500 | $7,000 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $2,600 | $5,900 |
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 03/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,495 to $7,100 with an overall median price of $3,794. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Berwyck Chase at $1,750, Crestwood at $1,900, and Goodman's Crossing at $1,640. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyck Chase | $3,200 | $1,750 | 63 |
| Crestwood | $3,637 | $1,900 | 82 |
| Goodman's Crossing | $3,705 | $1,640 | 138 |
| Sterling Chase | $3,943 | $1,799 | 74 |
| The Reserve | $4,487 | $1,495 | 175 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Scotch Plains Crossing in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood priced from $399. Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotch Plains apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotch Plains Crossing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $399 |
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Lexington Village | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $1.27 price per square foot $2.27/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the $2.19/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Country Club Village starting at $3,055 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Potters 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamberts Mill Village | $2.27/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Country Club Village | $2.19/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.32 |
| Hamilton Commons | A-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Riverside Village | $2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms) | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2 | 1115 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 999 Raritan Rd | 999 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Best Local Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotch Plains Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment is $1,640 at Lexington Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scotch Plains is starting from $399 at Scotch Plains Crossing.
What is the most affordable Scotch Plains Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scotch Plains Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 824-826 George Street and starts from $3,150.
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