
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ (165 Rentals)


1006 Clinton Ave

2101-2105 Park ave

South Plainfield Senior Residences

Celebrations at South Plainfield

430 Hamilton Blvd

Pleasant View Gardens

Durham Woods

The Kempson

Piscataway Park
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The Plaza of Plainfield

Aspen Court Apartments

Centurion Sleepy Hollow

Avalon Piscataway

1000 North Ave

The Randolph

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

803 South

Tanglewood Terrace Apartment Homes

Princeton Gardens
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The Nell

Cypress Gardens

Oxford Arms

Homestead Village

Rivendell Meadows

Greenbrook Gardens

Village Court

Rivendell at Edison

Edison and Blueberry Village
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Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

Austin Realty Apartment Homes

The Villas at Fairway

538 W 7th St

Lincoln Gardens

Mountain View Gardens

Ridgedale Gardens

Greenwood Gardens
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140 North Ave

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321 Durham Ave, Unit Room 1

525 Jackson Ave

538 W 7th St

420 W 7th St

538 W 7th St

420 W 7th St

405 N Washington Ave

45 Lakeside Dr S

1714 Raspberry Ct
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Plainfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Plainfield Studio Apartments | $2,322 | $1,495 | $2,995 |
South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,325 | $3,345 |
| South Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $1,940 | $4,320 |
| South Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,021 | $2,250 | $5,445 |
| South Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,250 | $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. Rivendell Meadows in the Stelton neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,080 square feet and currently listed start at $2,825. 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 |
| Rivendell Meadows | The Admiral | 1,080 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Rivendell at Edison | Raritan 2 | 982 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| The Kempson | A6 | 950 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Netherwood Flats | Willow | 936 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| 803 South | K | 879 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| The Randolph | 1 Bed 1Bath RPQ | 858 Sq Ft | $2,285 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 850 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,845 |
| Pineview Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 617 Sq Ft | $2,070 |
Cheapest Available South Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 27, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Plainfield, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Renovated Model starting from $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. The second most affordable South Plainfield 1 Bedroom is the $2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen Model at Terrace View Gardens starting at $1,695 in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Plainfield is currently $2,536. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Plainfield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,650 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen | $1,695 |
| West End Gardens | $2.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,735 |
| 538 W 7th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,750 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,750 |
| Tanglewood Terrace Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 709 sqft | $1,775 |
| Gran Prix Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,845 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | Large 1 Bedroom Renovated | $1,850 |
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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 Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes 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 $2,536.
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 196 sq ft.
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