Cheap Homes for Rent in the Sterling Chase Neighborhood of Scotch Plains, NJ from $1,900 (5 Rentals)

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property at 227 South Ave W

$1,900

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$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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227 South Ave W, Unit 3

227 South Ave W
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property at 429 W Broad St

$2,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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429 W Broad St, Unit 1

429 W Broad St
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Cheapest Available Sterling Chase Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling Chase area of Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood Gardens priced from $1,795. Riverside Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,935. Here are the most affordable Sterling Chase apartments for rent in Scotch Plains, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Birchwood Gardens1332 1B1B1BR,1BA$1,795
Riverside Village$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,935
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Chase, NJ

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling Chase area is the $2.21 price per square foot $2.94/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,405. The second greatest value Sterling Chase 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 Sterling Chase apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lamberts Mill Village$2.94/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.21
Central Park2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.14
Country Club Village$2.42/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.55
The Lofts at Garwood IILoft II1BR,2BA$2.52
The Parker1 BEDROOM / 2 BATH1BR,2BA$2.52
Riverside Village$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.15
Forty South Ave1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2.87
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)1 x1 Deluxe / Upgraded1BR,1BA$2.84
The QuinSmall 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.77
Birchwood Gardens1332 1B1B1BR,1BA$2.48

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Sterling Chase, Scotch Plains, NJ

Ranked #4

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling Chase

What type of rentals are currently available in Sterling Chase?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Sterling Chase, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $10,771. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sterling Chase ranging from $1,900 to $5,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sterling Chase?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sterling Chase ranges from $1,900 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,285.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sterling Chase?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sterling Chase range from $2,850 to $5,739, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,900.

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