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

The average rent in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,262.

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 $2,262.

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 $2,917.

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 $4,175.

Student Apartments for Rent in South Plainfield, NJ

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1 BED

$1,789+

2 BEDS

$2,659+

Pleasant View Gardens

258 Carlton Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Call (848) 847-5462
1 BED

$2,548+

2 BEDS

$2,769+

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

$2,067+

2 BEDS

$2,355+

Village Court

4 Michelle Cir, Edison, NJ 08820

Call (908) 280-8977
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,150

1301 S 2nd St Unit 1311

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

$2,495

1238 Waterford Dr

1238 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,695

1430 Willever St Unit Apt 3

1430 Willever St, Plainfield, NJ 07063

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,600

7501 Hana Rd

7501 Hana Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,600

536 Elsie Ave

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

$2,700

1400 Hamilton Blvd Unit 2

1400 Hamilton Blvd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

913 Del Negro Ct

913 Del Negro Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,800

1824 Pershing Pl

1824 Pershing Pl, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

436 Elsie Ave

436 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,800

1237 S 10th St

1237 S 10th St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

548 E Celebration Way

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

$2,575

541 E Celebration Way

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

$4,200

218 Park Ln

218 Park Ln, Dunellen, NJ 08812
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,300

1203 Jesse Way

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

$2,650

1790 W 4th St Unit 1

1790 W 4th St, Dunellen, NJ 08812
4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$4,500

1127 Stilford Ave

1127 Stilford Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,087

4304 Pine Valley Wy

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

$2,500

1027 Waterford Dr Unit 1027

1027 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,500

45 Lakeside Dr S Unit 1

45 Lakeside Dr S, Piscataway, NJ 08854
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,619

3316 Pine Valley Wy

3316 Pine Valley Wy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

806 Jesse Way

806 Jesse Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,850

404 Draco Rd

404 Draco Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,200

312 Pegasus Rd

312 Pegasus Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,850

92 Heather Ct

92 Heather Ct, Edison, NJ 08820
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,900

6304 Hana Rd

6304 Hana Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,975

514 Doral Ct

514 Doral Ct, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,650

2102 Amanda Ct

2102 Amanda Ct, Piscataway, NJ 08854
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,500

15 Barnett Pl

15 Barnett Pl, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,500

4903 Hana Rd

4903 Hana Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,150

1301 S 2nd St Unit 1311

1301 S 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
4 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$4,000

355 Metlars Ln

355 Metlars Ln, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

45 Lakeside Dr S Unit 2

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

$2,500

936 Waterford Dr

936 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,851

2106 Pine Valley Wy

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

$3,213

2310 Pine Valley Wy

2310 Pine Valley Wy, Piscataway, NJ 08854
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,550

5 Edinburgh Ct

5 Edinburgh Ct, Edison, NJ 08820
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,621

4208 Pine Valley Wy

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

$2,600

1215 Waterford Dr

1215 Waterford Dr, Edison, NJ 08817

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South Plainfield at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,262

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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

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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 $2,262 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,185 Sq Ft $2,917 / mo
3 Bedrooms 2,543 Sq Ft $4,175 / 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

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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.

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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