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South Plainfield, NJ Homes for Rent

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    Starting at $1,969 Per Month

    • 1 - 2 Beds

    3060 New Brunswick Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854

    Piscataway Park Apartments has an ideal location that offers convenient access to I-287, the Garden State Parkway, the NJ Turnpike, buses, and Route 22, making it easy for you to get around town or to the New York Metro area. You’ll also enjoy being in the Piscataway School District, or shopping at nearby Middlesex Mall and Super Stop & Shop. Explore our 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for rent

    Piscataway Park

    (908) 356-4254

    3060 New Brunswick Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854
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    Starting at $2,300 Per Month

    • 1 Bed

    513 Calderone Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Experience the best at Sofia South Plainfield! Our beautifully renovated apartments for rent offer pet-friendly options and extraordinary amenities. Unlike other communities, we have no amenity fees, water/sewer fees, or tech package fees. Enjoy attentive management, a safe environment, and a vibrant community in South Plainfield. Choose Sofia South Plainfield for quality living without the extra

    Sofia South Plainfield

    (908) 913-8920

    513 Calderone Ct, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    Starting at $3,104 Per Month

    • 1 - 2 Beds

    2800 New Brunswick Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854

    Explore our Piscataway, NJ apartment rentals at Aspen Court and redefine your apartment experience! Offering unmatched comfort, a convenient location, and an impressive slate of community features and amenities, every detail creates the best apartment home. Contact our leasing office and speak to our leasing specialists to schedule a tour of our apartments in Piscataway, NJ. Competitively priced,

    Aspen Court Apartments

    (908) 540-6548

    2800 New Brunswick Ave, Piscataway, NJ 08854
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    Starting at $3,025 Per Month

    • 2 - 3 Beds

    1111 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    The Kingsley places you at the center of a vibrant community with shopping, dining, entertainment and transportation options just outside your door. I-287, Route 1, the Garden State Parkway and the NJ Turnpike/I-95 are all nearby and provide seamless access to major employers including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Johnson & Johnson, Rutgers University and L'Oreal USA. South Plainfield

    The Kingsley

    (908) 356-5441

    1111 Durham Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    Starting at $2,235 Per Month

    • 1 - 2 Beds

    7 Princeton Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854

    Princeton Gardens is a collection of 258 garden-style apartments in Middlesex County's Piscataway Township, N.J. Units range in size from 640 to 1,025 square feet of space and include a dishwasher, refrigerator, and patio or balcony. One and two-bedroom layouts are available. Additional amenities include the community’s onsite laundry facility and 24-hour emergency maintenance.Don't miss

    Princeton Gardens

    (908) 540-6873

    7 Princeton Rd, Piscataway, NJ 08854
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    Starting at $2,185 Per Month

    • 1 - 2 Beds

    442 Talmadge Rd, Edison, NJ 08817

    Village Court, located in the Middlesex County Township of Edison, features spacious one-and two-bedroom garden-style apartments.The community’s 144 apartments range in size from 845 to 1,535 square feet of living space and feature a number of appointments including washers and dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, ovens, wall-to-wall carpeting, walk-in closets, central air conditioning

    Village Court

    (908) 922-4317

    442 Talmadge Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
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    Starting at $2,500 Per Month

    • 2 Beds

    212-228 Hamilton Blvd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    *NEWLY RENOVTED 2 BEDROOM'S* Come home to convenient living at Hamilton Commons. Enjoy life on beautiful tree-lined streets of South Plainfield, with easy access to NJ Transit train, public transportation, shopping, and entertainment in the heart of Middlesex County. Choose from a variety of spacious apartments and town homes, each with ample closet space, and modern amenities. Our brand new

    Hamilton Commons

    (908) 540-7304

    212-228 Hamilton Blvd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $2,650

    Total Monthly Price

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,056 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    173 Prestwick Way Unit 173, Edison, NJ 08820

    This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom property at 173 Prestwick Way offers 1,056 square feet of living space. The living room provides ample space for relaxation and entertainment, while the kitchen is equipped with a NEW dishwasher, fridge, and stove/oven. Each bedroom is designed for comfort, with easy access to the bathrooms. The property includes essential amenities such as air conditioning and an

    173 Prestwick Way Unit 173, Edison, NJ 08820
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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • House for Rent

    2105 Murray Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Great rental for those who don't want the condo lifestyle. Available immediately. 2 bedrooms with a spacious kitchen, hardwood floors, canopy over the rear patio with a basement and 1 car attached garage all on a corner fenced lot. Diner and shopping within minutes away

    Nicolas DiMeglio BHHS FOX & ROACH REALTORS

    2105 Murray Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $2,700 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • Apartment for Rent

    1939 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    FULLY REMODELED 2ND FLOOR UNIT. 2 LARGE BEDROOMS, FULL BATH AND EAT IN KITCHEN. THIRD FLOOR IS A BONUS ROOM HUGE CARPETED EXCELLENT FOR FAMILY ROOM, STORAGE, OFFICE ETC. OFFERS SEPARATE ENTRANCE, GATED OVERSIZED YARD WITH PARKING AND PRIVATE PATIO FOR ENTERTAINING, BBQ OR STORAGE.

    Kelly Dunn RE/MAX SELECT

    1939 Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $2,400 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • Apartment for Rent

    110 Oak Tree Ave Unit 2, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Bright and updated 2nd floor apartment featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Enjoy a modern kitchen, new floors and carpet, new windows, and a clean updated bathroom. Truly move in ready! Convenient laundry in the basement. Ideally located within walking distance to schools, popular dining spots, spring lake park, and shopping. Commuter friendly with easy access to NYC transportation. No

    MARLA GEIS DAVID REALTY GROUP

    110 Oak Tree Ave Unit 2, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $3,300 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • Townhouse for Rent

    536 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial-style half duplex located on a quiet dead-end street with wooded preserve views behind the property. This well-maintained rental features hardwood floors throughout, a large primary suite with walk-in closet and private full bath, and an oversized kitchen with separate dining area. Full basement offers plenty of storage space, plus a 1-car attached garage and

    Andrea Lacerda BHHS FOX & ROACH REALTORS

    536 Elsie Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $3,500 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • House for Rent

    236 Merchants Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Location, Location, Location!!!Beautiful Ranch style home, features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, full finished basement with additional rooms for office space, family room etc. Central AC system, spacious backyard and so much more!!!!

    JESSIE LIZARDO ERA REED REALTY, INC

    236 Merchants Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $2,400 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,154 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    542 E Celebration Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Short term lease for 3 Months only, Bright, Upgraded and well maintained End-Unit Luxury Condo in highly desirable Celebration community of South Plainfield. This home features an open-concept kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and 9-foot ceilings. Hardwood flooring enhances the foyer, living, and dining areas, with upgraded double-padded carpeting in the bedrooms.

    Jagpaviterjit Singh GRAND CASTLE REALTY

    542 E Celebration Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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    $2,500 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,146 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    446 Micali Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

    Built in 2015 Pent House Level condo with elevator access available for rent in a very desirable complex Celebration.. Very Bright and spacious unit with high ceiling, offers open layout concept. Kitchen with Granite countertop, Stainless Steel appliances and Breakfast Bar. The Spacious Master Bedroom features walkin closet, attached full bath with Double Sink Vanity. Second bedroom also has

    Neelam Makker RE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC.

    446 Micali Way, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Why Live in South Plainfield

South Plainfield, NJ, a former factory town, has seen recent improvements such as a new library and community splash pad, enhancing its small-town feel. The housing market offers a variety of options, including Colonial Revivals and split-level homes, along with condominium complexes like Traditions, which feature amenities such as an outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a gym. The borough boasts low property taxes compared to the rest of Middlesex County. Recreational activities are plentiful, with Spring Lake Park providing 130 acres for fishing, biking, basketball, and tennis. The Plainfield Curling Club, the only dedicated curling facility in New Jersey, offers leagues for all ages. The South Plainfield Community Pool includes a splash pad, picnic area, waterslides, and an Olympic-sized pool, while the Southside Dog Park caters to canine residents. Dining options range from Brick House Tavern's chicken and waffles to Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet's extensive offerings and Tony's Pizza & Restaurant's classic Italian fare. South Plainfield High School, part of the South Plainfield Public Schools, is highly rated, offering various clubs and activities. Commuters benefit from proximity to major highways, making travel to Midtown Manhattan, the Jersey Shore, and Pennsylvania convenient. With a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, South Plainfield provides a balanced lifestyle for its residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Plainfield, NJ?
The median rent for a home in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,800 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of May 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in South Plainfield, NJ?
To comfortably afford the median rent in South Plainfield, NJ, a household needs to earn roughly $112,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,800 per month in South Plainfield, NJ, renters typically need to show $8,400 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in South Plainfield, NJ?
In South Plainfield, NJ, the price-to-rent ratio is 17.0, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

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Number of Homes for Rent
18
Median Rent
$2,800
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,300
Median Condo Rent
$2,600
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