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293 Watchung Ave
293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA

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Monthly rent
$2,200
Beds2
Baths2
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293 Watchung Ave North Plainfield, NJ

New Listing

2

2 Beds

2 Baths

$2,200

Listed on 08/20/2026
Listed by STEVEN MERLO
Days on market: 2
Property Status: Active This 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath rental occupies one half of a duplex and offers a comfortable layout with plenty of additional storage space. The first floor features a living room, formal dining room, kitchen and full bath. Upstairs are two bedrooms and the main full bath. A full unfinished basement provides in-unit laundry, utility space and additional storage, plus there is a walk-up attic for even more storage. The home features wood and tile flooring, an open porch, refrigerator, gas range/oven, washer and dryer. Situated on a level corner property in a residential neighborhood with convenient access to Routes 22 and 78 and close to shopping, parks and schools. No pets and no smoking. Copyright © 2026 Garden State MLS, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

New Listing

2 Beds, 2 Baths

2 Beds

2 Baths

$2,200

Listed on 08/18/2026
Listed by Steven Merlo
Days on market: 4
Property Status: Active This 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath rental occupies one half of a duplex and offers a comfortable layout with plenty of additional storage space. The first floor features a living room, formal dining room, kitchen and full bath. Upstairs are two bedrooms and the main full bath. A full unfinished basement provides in-unit laundry, utility space and additional storage, plus there is a walk-up attic for even more storage. The home features wood and tile flooring, an open porch, refrigerator, gas range/oven, washer and dryer. Situated on a level corner property in a residential neighborhood with convenient access to Routes 22 and 78 and close to shopping, parks and schools. No pets and no smoking. Office Phone: (908) 403-0300 Copyright © 2026 NextHome, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Amenities for 293 Watchung Ave

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  • Storage
  • On-Site Laundry
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  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • On-Site Laundry

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 293 Watchung Ave

HomeHouses in North Plainfield 293 Watchung Ave #2, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA

Interested in leasing 293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA? Currently, 293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom house with 2 bathrooms. Below, you can compare the rent price at 293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA vs overall rent prices in North Plainfield, NJ. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060, USA.

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Units2
Units available2
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Zip code07060

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Rent trends in North Plainfield

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 293 Watchung Ave #2 to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in North Plainfield.

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June 2026$1,495
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Schools near 293 Watchung Ave #2

Stony Brook Elementary School

269 grove st

north plainfield, NJ, 7060

PK, K-4Public
C

Union Regional School

1524 terrill rd

scotch plains, NJ, 7076

1-12Public

Developmental Learning Center - Warren

217 mountain view rd

warren, NJ, 7059

1-12Public

Woodland Intermediate School

fisher ave

middlesex, NJ, 8846

4-5Public
B-

Developmental Learning Center - New Providence

330 central ave

new providence, NJ, 7974

K-9Public
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Getting around North Plainfield near 293 Watchung Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 293 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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Gauri Grocery Inc
422 Somerset St
Goldie Grocery Store
422 Somerset St
Triangle Food LLC
475 Watchung Ave
Fine Fare Supermarkets
100 Somerset St
Plainfield Plaza Flea Market
249 E Front St

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