
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood Neighborhood of Scotch Plains, NJ from $1,000 (47 Rentals)
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Scotch Plains Crossing

2249 Evergreen Ave

Orchid Park

Scotch Plains Gardens

1332 South Ave, Unit C7

227 South Ave W, Unit 3

1000 North Ave

Central Park
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Forty South Ave

803 South

305 Watson Ave

Fanwood Crossing

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333 Central

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825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B
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826 Saint Marys Ave, Unit 826

826 St Mary's Ave

4 Elm St, Unit #1

Westfield Hamilton House, LLC

Westfield Crossing

The Parker

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509 Central Ave, Unit Townhouse F

The Andrew

SoHo at Fanwood Station
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423 South Ave W

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616 Stirling Plz, Unit 1

Carlton Towers

1024-1034 South Ave

Netherwood Pointe

112 Prospect St

Westfield Manor Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

The Station At Netherwood
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Netherwood Flats

429 W Broad St, Unit 1

Prime South Apartments

60-66 Elm St

Fanwood Crossings

824-826 George Street

517 South Ave

Westfield Arms

Westfield Village
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1367 E 7th St

One Lincoln Plaza
Crestwood, Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crestwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Studio Apartments | $1,980 | $1,980 | $1,980 |
| Crestwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
| Crestwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,762 | $2,400 | $5,600 |
| Crestwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,980 | $2,850 | $5,195 |
| Crestwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crestwood Neighborhood of Scotch Plains, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Crestwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crestwood area of Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood Gardens priced from $1,795. The Quin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,110. Here are the most affordable Crestwood apartments for rent in Scotch Plains, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Gardens | 1332 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Quin | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Netherwood Flats | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Duncan Hill Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 600 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Forty South Ave | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 803 South | A1-A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Central Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 824-826 George Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Fanwood Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood, NJ
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood area is the $2.36 price per square foot NOR-B08 Model at 1000 North Ave in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,420. The second greatest value Crestwood apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park starting at $3,000 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crestwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 North Ave | NOR-B08 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Central Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| Glenside | $2.50/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Netherwood Flats | Scarlet | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| The Parker | 1 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 1BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B | 825 Mountain Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Fanwood Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Forty South Ave | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Quin | Small 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Birchwood Gardens | 1332 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment is $1,795 at Birchwood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crestwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crestwood is starting from $2,400 at Central Park.
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