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

The average rent in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,076.

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 $2,076.

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 $2,932.

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 $4,233.

Student Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

189 Rentals

Good Value

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1 BED

$1,799+

2 BEDS

$2,529+

Pleasant View Gardens

258 Carlton Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Call (848) 847-5462
1 BED

$2,599+

2 BEDS

$2,839+

The Villas at Fairway

1636 Stelton Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Call (848) 280-7218
1 BED

$2,145+

2 BEDS

$2,585+

Oxford Arms

2100 Hana Rd, Edison, NJ 08817

Call (848) 800-2775
1 BED

$2,389+

2 BEDS

$2,755+

Village Court

442 Talmadge Rd, Edison, NJ 08817

Call (908) 280-8977
1 BED

$1,800

Kingsley Apartments

740 W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,550

912 Del Negro Ct

912 Del Negro Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,550

745 Strassle Wy

745 Strassle Wy, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,150

1301 S 2nd St Unit 1311

1301 S 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,150

1301 S 2nd St

1301 S 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,550

711 Plainfield Ave Unit 2H

711 Plainfield Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

538 W 7th St

538 W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060

Call (732) 588-6092
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

420 W 7th St

420 W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060

Call (732) 588-6092
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

2101 Park Ave Unit 2

2101 Park Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Apply
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

1301 Sabrina Ln Unit 1301

1301 Sabrina Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Apply
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,000

8 Charlton Ave

8 Charlton Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,650

173 Prestwick Way Unit 173

173 Prestwick Way, Edison, NJ 08820
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,850

802 Jesse Way Unit 802

802 Jesse Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,575

541 E Celebration Way

541 E Celebration Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

542 E Celebration Way

542 E Celebration Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,400

536 Elsie Ave

536 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,700

514 Coppola Dr

514 Coppola Dr, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

1337 Waterford Dr

1337 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,500

45 Lakeside Dr S Unit 1

45 Lakeside Dr S, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,087

4304 Pine Valley Wy

4304 Pine Valley Wy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

806 Jesse Way

806 Jesse Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854
4 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$3,500

355 Metlars Ln

355 Metlars Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,850

176 Nebula Rd

176 Nebula Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,300

1036 Waterford Dr

1036 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,850

92 Heather Ct

92 Heather Ct, Edison, NJ 08820
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,600

1 Carriage Pl

1 Carriage Pl, Edison, NJ 08820
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,900

1354 Stelton Rd

1354 Stelton Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

45 Lakeside Dr S Unit 2

45 Lakeside Dr S, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,851

2106 Pine Valley Wy

2106 Pine Valley Wy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,750

701 Jesse Way

701 Jesse Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

1337 Waterford Dr

1337 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

513 Waterford Dr

513 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,621

4208 Pine Valley Wy

4208 Pine Valley Wy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

1123 Waterford Dr

1123 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

936 Waterford Dr

936 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,400

734 Waterford Dr

734 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,300

1203 Jesse Way

1203 Jesse Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,550

745 Strassle Wy

745 Strassle Wy, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

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South Plainfield at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,076

(All bedrooms and property types)

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Average Rent in South Plainfield

School Rating

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Schools in South Plainfield

Some Transit

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Transportation in South Plainfield

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.

Renting in South Plainfield

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
1 Bedroom 751 Sq Ft $2,076 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,185 Sq Ft $2,932 / mo
3 Bedrooms 2,543 Sq Ft $4,233 / mo

Getting Around South Plainfield

Transportation

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.

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore^® Rating

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.

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

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

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

Union Co. Coll., Plainfield Plainfield Campus

Public University

Rutgers University, Livingston Livingston Campus

Rutgers University

Public University

Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison Edison Campus

Public University

Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun. New Brunswick

GreatSchools Rating

South Plainfield High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,097 Students

GreatSchools Rating

So Plainfield Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

464 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Grant Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades 5-6

530 Students

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South Plainfield at a Glance

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