
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ (158 Rentals)


1006 Clinton Ave

2101-2105 Park ave

South Plainfield Senior Residences

Celebrations at South Plainfield

430 Hamilton Blvd

Pleasant View Gardens

Durham Woods

Piscataway Park

citivillage @ Plainfield Station
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The Randolph

803 South

1000 North Ave

Tanglewood Terrace Apartment Homes

Cypress Gardens

The Plaza of Plainfield

The Nell

The Villas at Fairway

Netherwood Flats
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Princeton Gardens

Aspen Court Apartments

Oxford Arms

GROVE AT PISCATAWAY

Rivendell at Edison

Greenbrook Gardens

Hillside Apartments

Avalon Piscataway

Talmadge Village

Homestead Village
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Rivendell Meadows

Edison and Blueberry Village

Village Court

Kingsley Apartments

Lincoln Gardens

391-399 Grove St

Ridgedale Gardens

Mountain View Gardens

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

Greenwood Gardens
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140 North Ave

725 Webster Pl

538 W 7th St

420 W 7th St

1508 Raspberry Ct

45 Lakeside Dr S

1508 Raspberry Ct

1503 Raspberry Ct
South Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Plainfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Plainfield Studio Apartments | $2,454 | $1,495 | $2,883 |
South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,500 | $3,520 |
| South Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,256 | $1,840 | $4,350 |
| South Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,746 | $2,500 | $5,225 |
| South Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,633 | $3,200 | $4,500 |
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Largest Available South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Plainfield, NJ is found at Edison and Blueberry Village in the South Edison neighborhood and is 1,320 square feet priced from $2,260. Aspen Court Apartments in the New Durham neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,119 square feet and currently listed start at $2,614. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Plainfield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edison and Blueberry Village | The Rowan | 1,320 Sq Ft | $2,260 |
| Aspen Court Apartments | 1BPR Den | 1,119 Sq Ft | $2,614 |
| Rivendell Meadows | The Admiral | 1,080 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| Rivendell at Edison | Raritan 2 | 982 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| The Randolph | 1 Bed 1Bath JK | 954 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| The Kempson | A6 | 950 Sq Ft | $3,400 |
| Durham Woods | $2.07/sq.ft. - The Ash | 920 Sq Ft | $1,904 |
| 803 South | 867 Sq Ft | $2,300 | |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.29/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,945 |
| Oxford Arms | One Bedroom - loft / 3rd floor | 847 Sq Ft | $2,345 |
Cheapest Available South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 27, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Plainfield, NJ is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,650 at Colonnade Apartments in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. The second most affordable South Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom Model at Malcolm Gardens starting at $1,655 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Plainfield is currently $2,689. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Plainfield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Colonnade Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | $1,655 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.13/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,685 |
| Kingsley Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,695 |
| Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Medium | $1,725 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,750 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,760 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,775 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,775 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Plainfield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Plainfield is at Colonnade Apartments listed at $1,650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Plainfield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Plainfield is $2,689.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Plainfield is a 1,320 square feet unit starting from $2,260 at Edison and Blueberry Village.
What is the average size for South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Plainfield is currently 921 sq ft.
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