
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ from $1,700 (10 Rentals)
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725 Webster Pl

1424 E Front St
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408 S Elmer St

92 Jamestown Rd

207 Gertrude Terrace
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1136 Waterford Dr

927 Del Negro Ct

388 Cook Ave
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313 Watson Ave
North Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Plainfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,914 | $1,850 | $4,000 |
North Plainfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,331 | $2,500 | $4,250 |
North Plainfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,891 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available North Plainfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Plainfield, NJ is a Studio unit found at Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,598. Blair Park Regency 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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Grove St Apartments | Studio Large | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Plainfield area is the $1.92 price per square foot 130 Front St Model at 130 Front St, Unit 3 in the in the Green Brook Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value North Plainfield apartment is the Elm Model at Netherwood Flats starting at $2,575 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Potters 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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130 Front St, Unit 3 | 130 Front St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Netherwood Flats | Elm | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Grove St Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Somerset Apartments | PF Somerset 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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 |
Cypress Gardens | $2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Terrace View Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Plainfield
What type of rentals are currently available in North Plainfield?
There are currently 196 Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $4,950. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Plainfield ranging from $1,780 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Plainfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Plainfield ranges from $1,780 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,095.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Plainfield?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Plainfield range from $2,453 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
Expert Rental Resources
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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