
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (29 Rentals)
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Lexington Village

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North Mountain Ridge

1677 Prospect Ave, Unit 1

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

821 Central Ave

Michael Manor Apartment Homes
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768 Kensington Ave, Unit 3

Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)

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134 S Euclid Ave

321 E 3rd St
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotch Plains?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Scotch Plains Studio Apartments | $1,970 | $1,725 | $2,525 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,445 | $2,550 | $5,595 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,560 to $12,715 with an overall median price of $4,500. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Berwyck Chase at $1,675, Crestwood at $1,600, and Goodman's Crossing at $1,560. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scotch Plains Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Berwyck Chase | $4,500 | $1,675 | 96 |
Crestwood | $4,500 | $1,600 | 76 |
Goodman's Crossing | $4,500 | $1,560 | 132 |
Sterling Chase | $4,500 | $1,600 | 70 |
The Reserve | $4,500 | $1,598 | 121 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,650. citivillage @ Plainfield Station in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotch Plains apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Jade Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!) | 1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Birchwood Gardens | 1332 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,857 |
803 South | D | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $2.34 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park at 500 Central Avenue in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $3,080 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scotch Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Central Park at 500 Central Avenue | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.34 |
Lamberts Mill Village | $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
Walnut Hill | $2.39/sq.ft. - 2D.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Netherwood Flats | Hawthorn | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
Hamilton Commons | A-203 Renovated 2 Bedroom8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Riverside Village | $2.16/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms) | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Country Club Village | $2.25/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Jade Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ
William J. McGinn Elementary School
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Getting Around Scotch Plains, NJ
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotch Plains Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scotch Plains?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scotch Plains is at citivillage @ Plainfield Station listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment is $1,650 at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scotch Plains is starting from $1,950 at Michael Manor Apartment Homes.
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