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Plainfield at a Glance

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$1,701
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Some Transit

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Plainfield, NJ Apartments for Rent

Plainfield, New Jersey combines suburban comfort with easy city access. Located in Union County, this historic city, nicknamed "The Queen City," features several historic districts showcasing preserved Victorian, Tudor, and colonial architecture. The city's average rent of $1,684 for a one-bedroom apartment offers value within the New York metropolitan area.

Plainfield serves commuters well with two NJ Transit rail stations on the Raritan Valley Line connecting to Newark and New York City. The city includes established neighborhoods like the northeast "Sleepy Hollow" section and the West End. Cedar Brook Park, designed by the renowned Olmsted Brothers firm, offers walking trails and tennis courts, while Green Brook Park provides additional outdoor recreation space. The historic Shakespeare Garden adds to the city's green spaces. The Plainfield Symphony, one of the oldest continuously operating orchestras in the United States, anchors the local arts scene, while the city's rich musical legacy includes its role in the development of Parliament-Funkadelic.

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Getting Around Plainfield

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73

Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Plainfield High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,925 Students
Pinnacle Academy High School
Public | Grades 9- 12 | 60 Students
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Hubbard Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 775 Students
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Maxson Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 818 Students
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Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 389 Students
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Emerson Elementary School
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 509 Students
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