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231 Lucy Ct

South PlainfieldNJ07080
property at 231 Lucy Ct

231 Lucy Ct

South PlainfieldNJ07080

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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South Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Gardens in the South Edison neighborhood priced from $1,550. Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lincoln Gardens1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,550
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,675
citivillage @ Plainfield Station0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,725
Grove St Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,745
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Plainfield area is the $0.31 price per square foot 204 Montrose Ave Model at 204 Montrose Ave, Unit D in the in the New Durham neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value South Plainfield apartment is the 107 W Front St Model at 107 W Front St, Unit 1 starting at $2,900 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Green Brook Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
204 Montrose Ave, Unit D204 Montrose Ave4BR,2BA$0.31
107 W Front St, Unit 1107 W Front St3BR,2BA$1.93
107 Front St, Unit 1107 Front St3BR,2BA$2.00
Hamilton CommonsA-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom82BR,2BA$2.08
130 Front St, Unit 3130 Front St2BR,1BA$1.75
Grove St Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$2.23
Rivendell at EdisonRaritan 21BR,1BA$2.18
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$2.17
Durham Woods$2.28/sq.ft. - The Ash1BR,1BA$2.28
816 Orlando Street, Unit 816 Orlando St816 Orlando Street1BR,1BA$2.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Plainfield

What type of rentals are currently available in South Plainfield?

There are currently 220 Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $6,930. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Plainfield ranging from $1,595 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Plainfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Plainfield ranges from $1,595 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,065.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Plainfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Plainfield range from $2,453 to $6,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,100.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.