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8h ago
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1300 Cook Ln, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,039–$3,516
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in South Plainfield
118 Frank Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Plainfield
2227 Lewis Pl, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Plainfield
110 Oak Tree Ave Unit 2 #2, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
On-site laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in South Plainfield
446 Micali Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in South Plainfield
536 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in South Plainfield
49 Campbell St, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Plainfield
213 Schillaci Ln, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
3 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in South Plainfield
187 Oak Tree Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
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3d ago
67 Old New Brunswick Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$2,950
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Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
Swimming Pool
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
744 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775–$1,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
203 Tallwood Ln #203, Green Brook, NJ 08812
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,600
House for rent
Available May 31
8h ago
Verified
340 Stelton Road, Piscataway Township, NJ 08854
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,535–$4,600
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in Edison
133 Oakmont Ct, Edison, NJ 08820
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in North Plainfield
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Townhouse for rent in Edison
7 Newburgh Dr, Edison, NJ 08820
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
House for rent
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
22h ago
Apartment for rent in Piscataway
138 Hamilton Blvd #1L, Piscataway, NJ 08854
In-unit laundry | Storage | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Metuchen
16 Robert Cir, Metuchen, NJ 08840
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2 baths
$4,150
House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Edison
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Condo for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Edison
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Condo for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Edison
311 Edison Glen Ter, Edison, NJ 08837
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Condo for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Edison
2 beds
3 baths
$2,750
Condo for rent
2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Piscataway
3 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Metuchen
4 beds
3 baths
$3,750
House for rent
3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Metuchen
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
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Residents enjoy South Plainfield's suburban feel, with plenty of parks and family-friendly activities to keep everyone engaged. The local schools receive praise, often highlighted for their focus on education and community involvement. People appreciate the variety of shops and restaurants, which contribute to a vibrant local atmosphere. However, some note the challenges with public transportation and limited nightlife options, suggesting that those who seek a more lively social scene might find it lacking. Parking also tends to be a common concern for many renters.
South Plainfield's rental market has a relatively modest selection of listings, with an average of 28 available per month. The majority of these listings are 2-bedroom apartments, making up 50% of the market, followed by 3-bedroom apartments at 36%. Studios and 1-bedroom apartments are relatively scarce. Many South Plainfield apartments offer desirable amenities, with in-unit laundry and balcony access being standout features, each available in 61% of listings. A dishwasher is also a common perk, found in 54% of apartments. These figures are based on historical data, but they should give you a sense of what to expect in the current market. Renters in South Plainfield will need to be prepared to act quickly when a suitable apartment becomes available.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in South Plainfield is 868 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in South Plainfield is 513 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about South Plainfield average rent prices.
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| 💰Best rent deal | 744 Watchung Ave |
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