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

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821 Central Ave
$1,7501 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

821 Central Ave

Plainfield, NJ 07060
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Cornell Arms
Studio Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Carlton Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Towers

503 Carleton RdWestfield, NJ 07090
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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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112 Prospect St
1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Prospect St

112 Prospect StWestfield, NJ 07090
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116 Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lofts

116 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060

Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ

Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,452 to $11,017 with an overall median price of $3,645. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Berwyck Chase at $1,675, The Reserve at $1,535, and Sterling Chase at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scotch Plains Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Berwyck Chase$3,100$1,6751729
The Reserve$3,500$1,5352210
Sterling Chase$3,699$1,8001067
Goodman's Crossing$3,760$1,4521917
Crestwood$4,170$1,9571376

Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a Studio unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,500. Scotch Plains Gardens in the Crestwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,570. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotch Plains apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blair Park Regency Apartment HomesStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,500
Scotch Plains Gardens$1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,570
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,650
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,675
North Mountain Ridge4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Michael Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,850
1000 North AveNOR-S01Studio,1BA$1,957
Riverside Village$2.16/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms)1BR,1BA$1,970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotch Plains area is the $1.99 price per square foot 2 BED / 2.5 BATH Model at The Parker in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Scotch Plains apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park at 500 Central Avenue starting at $3,850 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scotch Plains apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Parker2 BED / 2.5 BATH2BR,2.5BA$1.99
Central Park at 500 Central Avenue2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.34
Lamberts Mill Village$2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Hamilton CommonsA-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.93
312 Park St, Unit #1312 Park St2BR,1BA$2.39
West 7th Street Lofts1x11BR,1BA$2.23
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.79
Riverside Village$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Scotch Plains Gardens$1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$2.31

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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

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 Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes listed at $1,500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment is $1,570 at Scotch Plains Gardens.

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 $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.

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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