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Apartments for Rent in North Plainfield NJ
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North Plainfield Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,883/mo
Down -5% From Last Year
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$1,995Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include all required monthly fees.12 Month LeaseHouse for Rent3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,000 sq ft
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North Plainfield, NJ Apartments for Rent
North Plainfield sits in Somerset County, New Jersey, just a short drive from both Plainfield and the broader Raritan Valley corridor, making it one of those places that feels close to everything without losing its own sense of place. The borough covers just over three square miles, yet packs in a solid mix of residential streets, local commerce along Somerset Street, and easy access to Routes 22 and 202, connecting residents to employment hubs throughout Central Jersey and beyond. Rutgers University in nearby New Brunswick draws a steady academic energy to the broader region, reinforcing the area's ties to education and innovation. Neighborhoods range from tree-lined blocks of older Colonials and Cape Cods to streets with updated split-levels and ranches, giving the housing stock a genuinely varied character. Renters will find apartment communities tucked into both quieter residential sections and spots closer to the main corridors, with options spanning garden-style buildings and smaller multi-family conversions. North Plainfield also holds a piece of New Jersey history as the site where George Washington's Continental Army moved through during the 1777 New Jersey Campaign, a reminder that this compact borough carries a surprisingly deep historical footprint.
North Plainfield, NJ Rental Insights
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The average rent in North Plainfield, NJ is $1,880 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,644, which means housing in North Plainfield, NJ is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in North Plainfield, NJ by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 130 North Plainfield apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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North Plainfield, NJ has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in North Plainfield, NJ have access to Union Co. Coll., Plainfield, Union County College, Cranford, Rutgers University, Livingston, and Rutgers University.