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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private patios or balconies
  • Fitness center
  • Walk-in closets
  • Spacious apartment homes
  • In-home washers and dryers
  • Renovated apartments

Location

1300 Cook Ln, South Plainfield, NJ 07080, USA
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Management

Equity Residential

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Leasing office

(732) 607-5587

Open 

10:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

The Highlands at South Plainfield is a top-rated, verified community with a 9.6/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating and perfect scores for amenities, location, and quality, offering strong value for its price. Residents enjoy renovated, spacious apartments with walk-in closets, in-home washers and dryers, private patios or balconies, and a fully equipped fitness center, plus extensive listing photos for added transparency. It is also well-suited for remote work and pet owners, with high-speed internet, shared work areas, and nearby office and pet services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, The Highlands at South Plainfield is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

The Arlington1 bed1 bath764 sqft$2,159–$2,281 /mo8 units available
The Brighton2 bed2 bath1,061 sqft$2,680–$2,765 /mo4 units available
The Carlton2 bed2 bath1,061 sqft$2,767 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Highlands at South Plainfield

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanDryer
FireplacePrivate Balcony
Private PatioView
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Tech

AlarmCable/Satellite
Climate ControlHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Free WeightsOnsite Laundry
Residents LoungeTV Lounge

Grounds

CourtyardGate
Outdoor SpacePlayground
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

Availability 24 HoursOn-Site Maintenance
On-Site ManagementPackage Service

Other

Short Term Lease
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$750

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit3

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit3

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 3 cats max.

$60

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 3 dogs max.

$60

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$0

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Building details

Property details

Year built2000
Units252
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About The Highlands at South Plainfield

HomeApartments in South Plainfield The Highlands at South Plainfield

The Highlands at South Plainfield apartments in South Plainfield, NJ offer spacious apartment homes with walk-in closets and in-home washers and dryers. Easy access to I-287 means great shopping and dining in New Brunswick, Morristown, Edison and Princeton are just minutes away. Our pet-friendly South Plainfield apartments feature key-controlled access and private patios or balconies. Renovated apartments coming soon. Residents enjoy working out in our fitness center, relaxing in our pool and hot tub and socializing at our bbq grilling and picnic areas.


Year Built: 2000

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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, The Highlands at South Plainfield is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The Highlands at South Plainfield
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Highlands at South Plainfield stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Highlands at South Plainfield stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Highlands at South Plainfield offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
The Highlands at South Plainfield has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Highlands at South Plainfield.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Highlands at South Plainfield has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The Highlands at South Plainfield is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Highlands at South Plainfield compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 382 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in South Plainfield

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% higher than 1-bedrooms in South Plainfield.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Highlands at South Plainfield to be 7% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Plainfield.

Median rents as of Aug 24 2025.
South Plainfield
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Plainfield
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,350
October 2024$2,350
January 2025$2,202
February 2025$2,027
March 2025$2,000
July 2025$2,000
August 2025$2,000

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Can I afford to live at 1300 Cook Ln?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$86,360/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,360 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,159.
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Schools near The Highlands at South Plainfield

Roosevelt Elementary School

135 jackson ave

south plainfield, NJ, 7080

PK, K-4Public
B+

Bright Beginnings Learning Center

1660 stelton rd

piscataway, NJ, 8854

PK, K-4Public

Piscataway Regional Day School

1670 stelton rd

piscataway, NJ, 8854

1-12Public

Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner

275 old new brunswick rd

piscataway, NJ, 8854

PKPublic

NuView Academy

1 park ave

piscataway, NJ, 8854

K-12Public
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Getting around South Plainfield near 1300 Cook Ln

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1300 Cook Ln, South Plainfield

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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