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Student Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

128 Rentals
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  5. 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
  9. Building Photo - 731 Strassle Wy
    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

    731 Strassle Wy

    731 Strassle Wy, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  10. Building Photo - 173 Metlars Ln
    5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,700

    173 Metlars Ln

    173 Metlars Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  17. Building Photo - 151 New York Ave
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,700

    151 New York Ave Unit #A

    151 New York Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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  18. Building Photo - 31 Edinburgh Ct
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,100

    31 Edinburgh Ct

    31 Edinburgh Ct, Edison, NJ 08820
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  19. 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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  20. 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

    933 Del Negro Ct Unit Traditions

    933 Del Negro Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  21. 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
  22. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    834 Dominick Ct Unit 834 Dominick Ct

    834 Dominick Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
  23. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,800

    1535 Frank St

    1535 Frank St, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
  24. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,200

    8 Charlton Ave

    8 Charlton Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  29. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,400

    75 School St

    75 School St, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  30. 2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,000

    171 Nebula Rd

    171 Nebula Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
  31. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,500

    5903 Hana Rd

    5903 Hana Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
  38. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,500

    1222 W 3rd St

    1222 W 3rd St, Plainfield, NJ 07063

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$2,352
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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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So Plainfield Middle School

Public Middle School

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

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
367 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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