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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,922 | $1,750 | $2,050 |
North Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $1,500 | $4,302 |
North Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,800 | $4,950 |
North Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $2,453 | $4,500 |
North Plainfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available North Plainfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,625. Michael Manor Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Plainfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ and Nearby
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Plainfield area is the $0.21 price per square foot 281 S Washington Ave Model at 281 S Washington Ave, Unit Second and Third Floor in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value North Plainfield apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Grove St Apartments starting at $2,453 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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281 S Washington Ave, Unit Second and Third Floor | 281 S Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.21 |
Grove St Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
319 E 7th St, Unit 30 | 319 E 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
PF Somerset LLC | PF Somerset 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
68 W End Ave, Unit 2 | 68 W End Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Cypress Gardens | $2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Terrace View Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Getting Around North Plainfield, NJ
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Plainfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Plainfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Plainfield is at 803 South listed at $2,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment is $1,625 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Plainfield is starting from $1,800 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable North Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grove St Apartments and starts from $2,453.
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