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  14. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,450

    834 Dominick Ct Unit 834 Dominick Ct

    834 Dominick Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  15. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    1171 W Front St

    1171 W Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
    (848) 224-6588
  20. Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,750

    538 W 7th St

    538 W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
  21. Building Photo - 517 Waterford Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600

    517 Waterford Dr

    517 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
  22. Building Photo - 931 Lewis Ave
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    931 Lewis Ave

    931 Lewis Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07063
  25. 5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,095
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,095
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,095

    173 Metlars Ln

    173 Metlars Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  27. Building Photo - 12 Carriage Pl
    2 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,250

    12 Carriage Pl

    12 Carriage Pl, Edison, NJ 08820
  28. Building Photo - 151 New York Ave
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,550

    151 New York Ave Unit #A

    151 New York Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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  30. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,245
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,245
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,245

    1430 Willever St Unit Apt 1

    1430 Willever St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
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  31. Building Photo - 1037 Flakne Ct
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,550

    1037 Flakne Ct

    1037 Flakne Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  35. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,450

    727 Lucy Ct

    727 Lucy Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  36. Building Photo - 116 Smith St
    5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,500

    116 Smith St

    116 Smith St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  40. 3 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS
    $3,800

    114 Orion Rd

    114 Orion Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
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South Plainfield at a Glance

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South Plainfield, NJ Apartments for Rent

South Plainfield, New Jersey, an established borough in Middlesex County, combines residential comfort with excellent transportation access to major metropolitan areas. Founded in 1926, this 8.3-square-mile community is part of the Raritan Valley region within the New York metropolitan area. Apartment seekers will find South Plainfield conveniently located near Interstate 287, connecting residents to neighboring Edison, Piscataway, and Plainfield.

The borough centers around Cedar Brook Park, a 95-acre county park featuring walking trails, tennis courts, and sports fields. Local neighborhoods like Golden Acres and New Market offer varied housing options, with one-bedroom apartments typically renting for around $2,200. Transportation options include NJ Transit bus service to Newark and New York City, making commuting convenient for residents. The Spring Lake Park area provides additional outdoor recreation space, while the Hadley Road corridor offers retail and dining destinations. The Oak Tree Road district, shared with neighboring Edison, features specialty shops and markets.

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South Plainfield High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,044 Students
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South Plainfield Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
553 Students
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John E. Riley Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
367 Students
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John F. Kennedy Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
256 Students
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Franklin Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
270 Students
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Grant Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
568 Students
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Roosevelt Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
472 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in South Plainfield, NJ

What are the average rent costs in South Plainfield, NJ?

The average rent in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,349.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,349.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,966.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in South Plainfield, NJ is $4,655.

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