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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

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  18. Building Photo - 100 Main St
    5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000

    100 Main St

    100 Main St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  19. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,600

    613 Doral Ct

    613 Doral Ct, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  25. Building Photo - 3 Joyce Dr
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,800

    3 Joyce Dr

    3 Joyce Dr, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  27. Building Photo - 444 Micali Way
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,700

    444 Micali Way

    444 Micali Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  30. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,900

    1625 Mabel St

    1625 Mabel St, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  31. 5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000

    100 Main St

    100 Main St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  33. Building Photo - 115 Kelly Dr
    2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,300

    115 Kelly Dr

    115 Kelly Dr, Edison, NJ 08820
  35. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,500

    49 Campbell St

    49 Campbell St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  36. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,600

    33 Blair St

    33 Blair St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  38. Building Photo - 436 Elsie Ave
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,800

    436 Elsie Ave

    436 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  41. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,500

    218 Park Ln

    218 Park Ln, Dunellen, NJ 08812

South Plainfield at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,235
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5

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Schools in South Plainfield
22

Some Transit

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Transportation in South Plainfield
41

Somewhat Bikeable

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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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Getting Around South Plainfield

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46

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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.
41

Somewhat 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.
22

Minimal 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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South Plainfield High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,097 Students
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So Plainfield Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
464 Students
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Grant Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades 5-6
530 Students

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