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

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821 Central Ave

PlainfieldNJ07060
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Cornell Arms
Studio Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Belle Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Gardens

733 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Netherwood Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Pointe

916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

120 Randolph RdPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Plainfield Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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116 Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lofts

116 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,625
Michael Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,650
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,650
North Mountain Ridge4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Grove St Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Plainfield, NJ

As of March 15, 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 1x1 Model at West 7th Street Lofts 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grove St Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$2.23
West 7th Street Lofts1x11BR,1BA$2.23
Oakwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC)Oakwood 2 Bedroom Large2BR,1BA$2.51
PF Somerset LLCPF Somerset 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes2 Bedroom Classic2BR,1BA$2.06
68 W End Ave, Unit 268 W End Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.04
The Monarch at Plainfield2BB2BR,2BA$2.46
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94
North Mountain Ridge4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Plainfield, Plainfield, NJ

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Plainfield, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Plainfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Plainfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Plainfield is at 803 South listed at $2,050.

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.

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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