Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Plainfield Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ from $500 (18 Rentals)
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744 Watchung Ave

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

733 E Front St

538 W 7th St

321 E 3rd St

425 John St

North Mountain Ridge
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Plainfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Plainfield Studio Apartments | $1,762 | $1,350 | $2,050 |
Downtown Plainfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,184 | $1,625 | $4,290 |
Downtown Plainfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,784 | $1,800 | $4,950 |
Downtown Plainfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $2,453 | $2,980 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Plainfield Neighborhood of Plainfield, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Plainfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Plainfield area of Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes priced from $1,625. Michael Manor Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Plainfield apartments for rent in Plainfield, NJ:
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 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Plainfield, NJ
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Plainfield area is the $2.23 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Grove St Apartments in the in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood starting from $2,453. The second greatest value Downtown Plainfield apartment is the 319 E 7th St Model at 319 E 7th St, Unit 30 starting at $2,350 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grove St Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
319 E 7th St, Unit 30 | 319 E 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Oakwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC) | Oakwood 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
PF Somerset LLC | PF Somerset 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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 |
The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Plainfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartment is $1,625 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Plainfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Plainfield is starting from $1,800 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Downtown Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grove St Apartments and starts from $2,453.
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