
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Reserve Neighborhood of Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (80 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Reserve area of Scotch Plains.


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1943 US-22, Unit 2, Unit 2

Glenside

Scotch Plains Crossing

1747 E 2nd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Scotch Plains Gardens

Grove St Apartments

Park Edge

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227 South Ave W

725 Webster Pl
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125 E Broad St

North Mountain Ridge

391-399 Grove St

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Cypress Gardens

803 South

1000 North Ave

Mountain View Gardens

The Monarch at Plainfield
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Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield

Netherwood Flats

94 Summit Ave

The Quin

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

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76 Washington Ave, Unit Washington Ave Apt 3, Unit Washington Ave Apt 3

Forty South Ave

25 Washington Ave

68 W End Ave
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62 Mercer Ave

STATION COURT L.L.C.

Floral Avenue Ventures

825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B, Unit 4B

Westfield Hamilton House, LLC

SoHo at Fanwood Station

Westfield Arms

Fanwood Crossing

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111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Northside
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111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3

Crystal Ridge at Watchung

87 Jackson Ave

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Cornell Arms

Horizons At Plainfield

955F East Front Street

1024-1034 South Ave

Stoney Brook Gardens

Leland Gardens Apartments
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The Reserve, Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Reserve?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve Studio Apartments | $1,723 | $1,495 | $2,250 |
| The Reserve 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,844 | $1,600 | $3,980 |
| The Reserve 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,674 | $1,995 | $5,200 |
| The Reserve 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,185 | $2,795 | $6,000 |
| The Reserve 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,550 | $3,200 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Available The Reserve Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Reserve area of Scotch Plains, NJ is a Studio unit found at Grove St Apartments priced from $1,495. Park Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable The Reserve apartments for rent in Scotch Plains, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove St Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Park Edge | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.13/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,760 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Reserve, NJ
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Reserve area is the $2.34 price per square foot BRIGHTON Model at Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes in the in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value The Reserve apartment is the 111 Sycamore Ave Model at 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,550 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Reserve apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes | BRIGHTON | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
| 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 | 111 Sycamore Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 93 Harrison Ave, Unit 2 | 93 Harrison Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.24/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom - Lower Level | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 68 W End Ave | 68 W End Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.42/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.29/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| West End Gardens | $2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Reserve Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Reserve?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Reserve is at Grove St Apartments listed at $1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Reserve Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Reserve Apartment is $1,600 at Park Edge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Reserve Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Reserve is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.
What is the most affordable The Reserve Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Reserve Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 824-826 George Street and starts from $3,150.
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