Cheap Houses for Rent in Plainfield, NJ

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Apartments For Rent Near Plainfield, NJ

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Average Rent Trends in Plainfield, NJ

Rent in Plainfield, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,500
Jul 2025$2,100
Aug 2025$3,729
Sep 2025$4,500
Oct 2025$3,100
Nov 2025$3,500
Dec 2025$3,500
Jan 2026$3,400
Feb 2026$3,400
Mar 2026$3,400
Apr 2026$3,400
May 2026$3,300
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,850$2,170$2,800$3,378$2,175
Townhomes—$2,672$2,000—$2,678
Apartments and Condos$1,900$2,100$2,600$3,378$2,170
Houses$1,785—$3,000$3,300$3,300
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Plainfield, NJ

  • What is the average rent of a house in Plainfield, NJ?
    The average rent of a house in Plainfield, NJ is $3,300 per month. This is about 71% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Plainfield, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Plainfield, NJ was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,800 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Plainfield, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Plainfield, NJ was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $4,800 per month.
  • How many houses are available to rent in Plainfield, NJ?
    There are 6 available houses to rent in Plainfield, NJ.
  • What are some zip codes in Plainfield, NJ?
    Plainfield, NJ includes zip codes such as: 07060, 07063, 07062, 07061.
  • What are some cities near Plainfield, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: North Plainfield, Watchung, Fanwood, Scotch Plains, South Plainfield. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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