
Cheap Homes for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $1,700 (15 Rentals)
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408 S Elmer St

134 S Euclid Ave

228 Willow Ave

228 Willow Ave

388 Cook Ave

13 Mercer St
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13 Mercer St

57 Terrill Rd

313 Watson Ave

2804 Cricket Cir

124 Roosevelt Ave

3302 Cricket Cir

1105 Maplecrest Rd
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3302 Cricket Cir
Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Scotch Plains?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,032 | $2,500 | $3,900 |
Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,323 | $2,600 | $4,400 |
Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,956 | $3,150 | $5,100 |
Scotch Plains 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,475 | $4,000 | $4,950 |
Scotch Plains 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,900 | $6,900 | $6,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,780 to $15,500 with an overall median price of $7,060. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crestwood at $1,900, Sterling Chase at $1,900, and Berwyck Chase at $2,650. 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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Crestwood | $4,100 | $1,900 | 11 |
Sterling Chase | $4,300 | $1,900 | 15 |
Berwyck Chase | $4,500 | $2,650 | 9 |
Goodman's Crossing | $6,900 | $1,900 | 46 |
The Reserve | $15,500 | $1,780 | 11 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,650. Michael Manor Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. 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 Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Oakwood Gardens | Oakwood 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $2.34 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park at 500 Central Avenue in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $3,080 with a $2.00 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. |
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Central Park at 500 Central Avenue | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.34 |
Lamberts Mill Village | $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
Walnut Hill | $2.32/sq.ft. - 2D.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
Hamilton Commons | A-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
Woodcrest at Clark - 55+ | $2.39/sq.ft. - 2A2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Brookside Manor Clark | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Riverside Village | $2.16/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms) | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Country Club Village | $2.25/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scotch Plains
What type of rentals are currently available in Scotch Plains?
There are currently 215 Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,560 to $15,831. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scotch Plains ranging from $1,780 to $6,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scotch Plains?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scotch Plains ranges from $1,780 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,632.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scotch Plains?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scotch Plains range from $2,550 to $5,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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