Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ from $500 (29 Rentals)

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Cornell Arms
Studio Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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32 Curtis Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

32 Curtis Avenue

32 Curtis AvePiscataway, NJ 08854
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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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Plainfield Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Malcolm Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Malcolm Gardens

450 Little PlNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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West End Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

West End Gardens

450 West End AveNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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Terrace View Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace View Gardens

300-301 Maple AveNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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116 Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lofts

116 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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South Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Plainfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Plainfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Truman Square in the Stelton neighborhood priced from $1,318. Lincoln Gardens in the South Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Truman Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,318
Lincoln Gardens1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,550
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,625
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,650
Grove St Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,745
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,793
Terrace View Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,805
Ridgedale Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,809

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ and Nearby

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Plainfield area is the $0.21 price per square foot 281 S Washington Ave Model at 281 S Washington Ave, Unit Second and Third Floor in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value South Plainfield apartment is the A-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom Model at Hamilton Commons starting at $2,700 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
281 S Washington Ave, Unit Second and Third Floor281 S Washington Ave2BR,1BA$0.21
Hamilton CommonsA-201 Renovated 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.93
Grove St Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$2.23
319 E 7th St, Unit 30319 E 7th St1BR,1BA$2.23
PF Somerset LLCPF Somerset 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
Durham Woods$2.07/sq.ft. - The Ash1BR,1BA$2.07
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.04
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94
Terrace View Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$2.26
Truman Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11

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Getting Around South Plainfield, NJ

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Plainfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Plainfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Plainfield is at 803 South listed at $2,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Plainfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Plainfield Apartment is $1,318 at Truman Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Plainfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Plainfield is starting from $1,585 at Truman Square.

What is the most affordable South Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Truman Square and starts from $1,828.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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