Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Lexington Village
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Blair Tudor Apartment Homes
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North Mountain Ridge
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Michael Manor Apartment Homes
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Citivillage at Plainfield Station
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Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)
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Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!
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Frontier Flats
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Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes
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Birchwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC)
Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide
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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 | $2,049 | $1,750 | $2,525 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,559 | $8,390 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,654 | $1,955 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $2,550 | $5,495 |
Cheap Scotch Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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Scotch Plains, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scotch Plains, NJ
Pricing Updated: 02/18/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Berwyck Chase | $3,100 | $1,675 | 1729 |
The Reserve | $3,500 | $1,535 | 2210 |
Sterling Chase | $3,699 | $1,800 | 1067 |
Goodman's Crossing | $3,760 | $1,452 | 1917 |
Crestwood | $4,170 | $1,957 | 1376 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Blair Beacon 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 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!) | 1x1-775 balcony 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
1000 North Ave | NOR-S01 | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Parker | 2 BED / 2.5 BATH | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.99 |
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 |
Hamilton Commons | A-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
312 Park St, Unit #1 | 312 Park St | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
West 7th Street Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Riverside Village | $1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Best Local Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ
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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 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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