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A small borough with 100-year-old homes
Steve McIntyre has stayed in North Plainfield for nearly 30 years. A member of the North Plainfield Borough Council, McIntyre has been fueled by his love for the borough's tight-knit bucolic neighborhood. "Even though we're a small town — less than 3 square miles — we have a couple of nice parks and we're close to everything," he says. A heavily residential borough, North Plainfield has shady sidewalk streets, a variety of housing styles and lush lawns. Home to the Washington Park Historic District — listed on the National Register of Historic Places — the area has Victorian homes built between 1868 and 1917. "People come here for our beautiful yet affordable neighborhoods and the diversity of our schools and activities," McIntyre says. The borough also has quaint condominiums, single-family and multifamily houses. A one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo starts around $215,000 while homes tend to be priced anywhere between $400,000 and $700,000.
Victorian homes are one of the many home styles in North Plainfield.
Cape Cod style houses with large front lawns are on North Plainfield's streets.
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Washington Rock State Park
Washington Rock State Park is one of the oldest state parks in New Jersey. The park holds historical significance as its strategic location made it a valuable lookout for Gen. George Washington during the American Revolutionary War. Residents flock to Washington Park to enjoy its scenic vista views as they picnic and relax. Green Acres Park is another relaxing outdoor space with a pond and walking path. There's also a soccer field, basketball court and playground for recreation. At Green Brook Park, the recreation opportunities are endless, from the ballfields, basketball court, fishing and walking path. Work out at the Vermeule Park and Community Center's outdoor fitness equipment. There's also a playground for little ones to romp around on. As a member of the Vermeule Art Center, patrons can take classes like watercolors and needlecraft. For indoor fun, the North Plainfield library branch has tons of programming like stories and songs, Friday Fun days, ESL classes, arts and crafts and more. In nearby Plainfield, be transported to old timely England in Cedar Brook Park's Shakespeare Garden. Designed by the Olmsted Brothers — sons of Frederick Law Olmsted, the mastermind behind Central Park — and the Plainfield Garden Club nearly a century ago, the garden is a historical fairyland. Surrounded by an intricately shaped wooden fence, the garden features flowers and plants mentioned in Shakespeare's works.
Watch the leaves change colors in Green Acres Park, North Plainfield, NJ.
Look at the scenic vistas of Washington Rock State Park near North Plainfield.
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North Plainfield School District
Local children can attend the North Plainfield School District, which earns a C-plus from Niche. The district is split among three elementary schools. Kids come together at Somerset Intermediate School for fifth and sixth grade, followed by North Plainfield Middle and North Plainfield High. The high school has a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. North Plainfield High students can participate in a smattering of sports like girls and boys volleyball, soccer and tennis, football and field hockey.
Somerset School in North Plainfield is an intermediate School for grades 5-6.
North Plainfield Middle and High School are housed on the same campus.
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U.S. Route 22 has shops and restaurants
U.S. Route 22 runs through North Plainfield and has a mix of chain and mom-and-pop restaurants. Somerset Avenue has local spots like El Creador, which is known for authentic Salvadoran and Central American dishes. The eatery calls itself the "House of Pupusas," a thick griddle cake and the national dish of El Salvador. Family BBQ serves up classics like ribs and chicken with a Spanish influence. For groceries, U.S. Route 22 has a Costco and the Asian Food Market of North Plainfield.
Asian Food Market of North Plainfield is conveniently located on US-22.
Residents of North Plainfield head to Costco Wholesale for big-box bargain shopping.
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Travel and worship in North Plainfield
U.S. Route 22 is the area's main thoroughfare. Many residents drive, but there are also New Jersey Transit bus stops on main roads like Watchung Avenue, Somerset Street, Mountain Avenue and Greenbrook Road. Newark Liberty International Airport is less than 20 miles away. Medical care is available about 2 miles away at JFK University Medical Center.
There are numerous churches in the area, including Catholic, Roman Catholic, Baptist and United Methodist. Other houses of worship include Masjidullah, a masjid, and ISKCON of Central New Jersey, a Hindu temple.
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On average, homes in North Plainfield, NJ sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in North Plainfield, NJ over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Mint condition end unit townhouse: 1st floor featuring spacious living room, great size eat in kitchen with all appliances and wood cabinets all around, convenient stackable laundry, front load washer and dryer and half bathroom. On 2n floor large Primary bedroom with full bathroom shower over tub, and lovely spacious loft area that can easily be used for an office/ media room or guest room.
Four-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial located on a tree-lined street. The home features a finished basement with separate access, offering flexible use options. Recent updates include a renovated full bathroom, hardwood floors, newer windows, siding, electrical upgrades, and hot water heater.Additional features include a full walk-up attic with finishing potential, a two-car detached garage with
Welcome to this beautiful well-maintained home located in the heart of North Plainfield. Offering 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and finish basement. This home is located close to schools, local restaurants, and minutes away from Route 22. A new roof and Newly boiler were installed last year. This property is being sold AS-IS.
This move in condo is on the first floor. It's a well maintained unit with wood floors. Well maintained! There's nothing to do but unpack. There's an upgraded kitchen and the whole unit is freshly painted. Laundry is available in the next building. The development has a pool, playground and plenty of parking spaces. Close by you will find plenty of stores and all main highways to NYC.
Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo in the sought-after Regency Village complex. This is a clean second floor unit in the quiet far east-side of the complex near one of the community's courtyard greens. Ideal for dog owners or someone looking for a quieter part of the community. Updated kitchen with newer appliances. Newer AC units. Recently updated laundry room in the building. Assigned parking
Welcome to 585 Mountainview Drive. Tucked away at the end of a quiet dead-end street in North Plainfield, this inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a finished basement offers privacy, comfort, and space in a highly convenient location. Imagine coming home to a peaceful neighborhood with minimal traffic, where you can unwind and enjoy the quiet while still being only minutes from shopping, parks,
Welcome to 46 Harmony Street, a well maintained Colonial-style home in the heart of North Plainfield - perfect for new homeowners and great for investors. Completely move-in ready, this property offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern upgrades. Featuring a spacious, updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a movable island with a breakfast bar -
Mint condition end unit townhouse: 1st floor featuring spacious living room, great size eat in kitchen with all appliances and wood cabinets all around, convenient stackable laundry, front load washer and dryer and half bathroom. On 2n floor large Primary bedroom with full bathroom shower over tub, and lovely spacious loft area that can easily be used for an office/ media room or guest room.
Exceptionally spacious custom ranch close to shopping, public transportation, and schools. The sunken living room features a marble fireplace and picture window overlooking the lush grounds and grape arbor. The large formal dining room includes artisan cabinetry and table. The customized kitchen offers a breakfast bar, wet bar, pantry, as well as an abundance of cabinets. The family room situated
Docs available upon request! Prime infill opportunity in Plainfield: approx. 33,033 SF (per survey) vacant parcel with TWO points of access frontage on South 2nd St plus secondary access via Willever St supporting convenient ingress/egress and flexible site planning. Property is fenced/gated and has been used historically as a parking/storage yard; seller reports the majority of stored materials
Exclusive buildable lot nestled in the prestigious Millionaires' Row of Plainfield, an iconic stretch known for its luxury estates and elite neighborhood. The Property is located in the R-VWB2 Zone that permits only one- and - two family dwelling units This prime buildable lot offers the perfect canvas for your dream home. The parcel is generously sized approximately at 90 x 120 and boasts level
Updated and renovated condo with 1 bedroom, a den, and 1 full bathroom. On site laundry and plenty of parking. Convenient commuter location with easy access to Route 22, local shopping, transit options, and major retail corridors. Schedule your private showing today before this one is gone!
Like-New, Fully Renovated Home (2025) Space, Style & Exceptional Value . Welcome to this beautifully updated, move-in-ready residence offering the perfect blend of modern comfort, space, and convenience. Fully renovated in 2025, this like-new home features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full designer bathrooms, and a huge finished attic ideal for a home office, guest suite, or flexible living space.
Welcome to Cypress Gardens Luxury Apartments and a Lifestyle to Match Get more for your money in centrally located North Plainfield Township. Convenient to the State Capitol and government offices as well as Princeton, Cypress Gardens is a well maintained one and two bedroom apartment community providing value. Our affordable apartments have it all...convenience, spaciousness and style. An
Spacious and well maintained first floor Apartment! 2 Bedroom 1 full bath offering comfort, convenience and ample storage. This bright unit features a generous living room, dining room, and an eat in kitchen along with two nicely sized bedrooms. Additional amenities include basement access with shared laundry area washers and dryers, and private storage area in basement. The unit has its own
Welcome to Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield, formerly known as Northwood Apartments. This is the home you've been looking for. Our beautifully renovated one and two bedroom apartments have everything you need to live comfortably in North Plainfield, New Jersey, including spacious open floor plans, convenient community amenities, and a fabulous location near Washington Rock State Park.
Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath featuring a sunlit living area, efficient layout, and generous bedroom space. Convenient location close to everyday essentials, major highways, and public transit. Available April 1st
Enjoy on-site parking, personal outdoor space, and lush landscaping all in a convenient location at North Mountain Ridge Apartments. Our one- and two-bedroom apartments offer the best of the suburbs just minutes from public transportation and local goods and services. The closest NJ Transit stop is just minutes from your front door putting you wherever you need to be with ease.
Lovely updated 1 bedroom condo. Lots of closet space, updated kitchen and bath. Living/dining combo. Great location near major highways, shopping, and restaurants.
Crystal Ridge at Watchung is located at 1 Crystal Ridge Dr Watchung, NJ and is managed by Solomon Management LLC, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. Crystal Ridge at Watchung offers 1 to 2 bedroom apartments ranging in size from 794 to 1365 sq.ft. Amenities include Air Conditioner, Basketball Court, BBQ/Picnic Area, Business Center, Cable Ready and more.
This spacious first-floor unit features a living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, full bath, and 2 bedrooms. Enjoy one oversized garage space plus an additional parking space (see photo) and a private backyard (first floor tenants only), maintained by the first floor tenants. Laundry hook-up is included. Comfort is ensured with central air and forced hot air. Tenant pays utilities including
SDK Greenbrook Gardens has spacious one and two bedroom apartments available! For a sun-filled lounge spot, the oversized living room opens to a private deck on second level homes, while ground floor models feature spacious patios. The kitchen with efficient appliances leads to a generous dining area while the bathrooms are conveniently close to the bedrooms. For extra convenience, sizable
Spacious Open-Concept Rental! This home features a modern open-concept layout with a kitchen flowing seamlessly into the living and dining areas. Enjoy the convenience of a separate laundry room in the building. and two-car assigned parking. Community amenities include a pool, park, and BBQ area. Tenant responsible for electric only.
The apartment homes at Mountain View Gardens feature an array of modern amenities and many extras for your convenience. On-site maintenance and high-speed Internet is available. You'll be close to transportation, shopping, and great entertainment. Call today to make Mountain View Gardens your new home!
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