Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (30 Rentals)
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North Mountain Ridge

1677 Prospect Ave, Unit 1

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

554 W Broad St

821 Central Ave

Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)
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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 | $1,948 | $1,725 | $2,525 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,560 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,352 | $2,550 | $5,595 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,700 | $4,500 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,452 to $12,746 with an overall median price of $4,882. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Goodman's Crossing at $1,452, Berwyck Chase at $1,650, and Sterling Chase at $1,700. 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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Goodman's Crossing | $4,700 | $1,452 | 113 |
Berwyck Chase | $4,900 | $1,650 | 86 |
Sterling Chase | $4,900 | $1,700 | 104 |
The Reserve | $4,900 | $1,598 | 133 |
Crestwood | $5,010 | $1,725 | 87 |
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. Blair Beacon 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 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 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Oakwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC) | Oakwood 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!) | 1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Birchwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC) | 1332 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,857 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ
As of April 28, 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 | $2.32/sq.ft. - 2D.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
Hamilton Commons | A-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
Woodcrest at Clark - 55+ | $2.39/sq.ft. - 2A2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Netherwood Flats | Magnolia II | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
Country Club Village | $2.36/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Riverside Village | $2.16/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms) | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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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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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 $1,800 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Scotch Plains Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scotch Plains Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes and starts from $2,550.
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