Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Carlton Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Towers

503 Carleton RdWestfield, NJ 07090
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Cornell Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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730-734 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

730-734 Park Ave

730-734 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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1024-1034 South Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1024-1034 South Ave

1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Netherwood Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Pointe

916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

120 Randolph RdPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Plainfield Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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112 Prospect St
1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Prospect St

112 Prospect StWestfield, NJ 07090
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Birchwood Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

1332-1338 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ

Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,495 to $7,500 with an overall median price of $7,145. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Goodman's Crossing at $1,560, Berwyck Chase at $1,500, and Crestwood at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scotch Plains Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Goodman's Crossing$5,725$1,560112
Berwyck Chase$7,500$1,50052
Crestwood$7,500$1,80065
Sterling Chase$7,500$1,80057
The Reserve$7,500$1,495133

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 Scotch Plains Gardens in the Crestwood neighborhood priced from $1,820. Oakwood Gardens in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,843. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotch Plains apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,820
Oakwood GardensOakwood 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,843
Michael Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,875
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,875
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ and Nearby

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $2.07 price per square foot $2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the A-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom8 Model at Hamilton Commons starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scotch Plains apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lamberts Mill Village$2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.07
Hamilton CommonsA-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom82BR,2BA$2.08
720 Madison Ave, Unit 3720 Madison Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.83
Frontier Flats1 Bd/1 Ba1BR,1BA$2.10
Country Club Village$2.31/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.31
Riverside Village$2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms)1BR,1BA$2.19
North Mountain Ridge5 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.28
1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 21115 Raritan Rd1BR,1BA$2.29
116 Lofts1 Bd/ 1 Ba Loft1BR,1BA$2.31
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotch Plains Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Scotch Plains?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Scotch Plains is under $1,950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scotch Plains?

The cheapest apartment in Scotch Plains is Scotch Plains Gardens which is listed at $1,820, while the average apartment in Scotch Plains costs $7,145.

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 3 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 $167 which is $6,978 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scotch Plains.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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