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South Plainfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

As of March 26, 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
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.04
Cypress Gardens$2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
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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Frequently Asked Questions about South Plainfield

What type of rentals are currently available in South Plainfield?

There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,930. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Plainfield ranging from $2,000 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Plainfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Plainfield ranges from $2,000 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,890.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Plainfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Plainfield range from $1,828 to $6,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,900.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.

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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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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.