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Lexington Village
209 Lexington BlvdClark, NJ 07066
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Blair Tudor Apartment Homes
744 Watchung AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
744 Watchung Ave
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Michael Manor Apartment Homes
802 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
321 E 3rd St
PlainfieldNJ07060
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North Mountain Ridge
351 North DrNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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1677 Prospect Ave, Unit 1
1677 Prospect AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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554 W Broad St, Unit 1F
554 W Broad StWestfield, NJ 07090
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Citivillage at Plainfield Station
321 E 3rd StPlainfield, NJ 07060
554 W Broad St
WestfieldNJ07090
821 Central Ave
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Hidden Creek at Clark (New Management!!)
82 Sweet Briar DrClark, NJ 07066
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Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!
48 Southgate RdNew Providence, NJ 07974
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Birchwood Gardens (Plainfield Forest LLC)
1332-1338 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Scotch Plains Studio Apartments | $1,889 | $1,350 | $2,525 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $1,560 | $8,137 |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Scotch Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,423 | $2,550 | $5,495 |
| 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: 04/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Scotch Plains, NJ area range in price from $1,350 to $12,546 with an overall median price of $4,860. The three Scotch Plains neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Goodman's Crossing at $1,452, Berwyck Chase at $1,350, and Crestwood at $1,750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodman's Crossing | $4,700 | $1,452 | 120 |
| Berwyck Chase | $4,900 | $1,350 | 90 |
| Crestwood | $4,900 | $1,750 | 68 |
| Sterling Chase | $4,900 | $1,700 | 60 |
| The Reserve | $4,900 | $1,625 | 108 |
Cheapest Available Scotch Plains Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotch Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,625. Michael Manor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 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 07, 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 |
| Hamilton Commons | A-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| 148 Willow Ave, Unit 148 apt 2 | 148 Willow Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 319 E 7th St, Unit 30 | 319 E 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Riverside Village | $1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 554 W Broad St, Unit 1F | 554 W Broad St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 1223 Lenox Ave, Unit 2 | 1223 Lenox Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Best Local Schools in Scotch Plains, NJ
William J. McGinn Elementary School
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
Public School - Grades K-4 (527)
10 out of 10
Terrill Middle School
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (837)
7 out of 10
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- 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 803 South listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotch Plains Apartment is $1,625 at Blair Tudor 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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
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