Apartments For Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ

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Apartments For Rent Near Scotch Plains, NJ

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What Locals Say about Scotch Plains

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Scotch Plains, NJ: lively, family-centric suburb with easy NYC access, parks, and small-town vibe. People love the safe, green streets, good schools, community events, and NYC-ready transit. They dislike high property taxes, rush-hour traffic, and lacking a town train station.
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  • Mwleon2
    "Easy access to major highways and main roads to nearby towns, as well as buses and trains into New York City."
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  • Clara
    "There are many folks out walking dogs all the time. Dog owners are friendly and pick up after themselves."
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  • Mwleon2
    "This neighborhood is very diverse and neighbor friendly. Many of the residents here are families. The schools are good with great sports, music and theater programs."
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  • Ricardo Siqueira
    "Safe neighborhood, great shops nearby, easy access to NYC. I have been living for 5 years, no plans to leave this amazing place."
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  • Lior Farkash
    "Whenever and the family feel a lot of trees and grass blue petals and everybody has Lots of Rosie is a nice neighbourhood, quiet street and a community and great amenities extremities"
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  • Lior Farkash
    "Very family friendly, good schools safe neighbours. Public park so well-maintained. Scotch Plains Office is very centrally located with many popular towns around such as Edison, westfield, and Clark. Very close, all necessities, such as shopping, food markets, farmers markets. Very close to Garden State Pain Control. Another major interstate highways in good location for local train that goes in two minutes."
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  • Michael Restrepo
    "Great area to live in. Quiet, friendly neighbors. Parks are very nice. A lot of investment in the area. "
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  • Shubham N.
    "Public school is decent. Public school has after care. Many activity, lessons and classes are within 10 mins driving distance. "
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  • Ericrabinowitz
    "Very nice area. Good schools. But not stuck up or snobby. Done to earth. Schools are ok. Big lots. Great for kids. Good transportation. "
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  • Tina J. .
    "Parades, trick and treat, block parties, movies in the park, friendly neighbors, events at the high school "
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  • Rcbrack1
    "Concerts downtown in the summer, holiday parades, and the yearly festival. They also have the fireworks and street vendors. "
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  • Jeff D.
    "We have a tight nit community and everyone lends a helping hand. Currently rent but qould live to buy a home in this area."
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  • Vvidyapriya6
    "It’s very safe and healthy around here. Downtown is good and schools are great! People are friendly and helpful. "
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  • Kiransalu
    "Pleasant commute to NYC. We have both bus and trains to mid town manhattan. Commute is around an hour."
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  • Jeff D.
    "Lots of events for children throughout the year. Music, farmers market and parades. Very safe and fun town to trick or treat in."
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  • Samantha B.
    "Hundreds of people flock to scotch plains for Halloween. It is also prime location for access to highways, commuting to NY, and jumping right in the parkway to head down the shore"
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  • Sean S.
    "Great community near public transport and local restaurants, shops and farmer’s markets. The suburbs at its best."
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  • Megan K.
    "Easy but congestion on Martine/Park ave during rush hour heading towards route 22 and 78. Can take the train to NYC from Fanwood and Westfield as there is no train station in Scotch Plains."
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  • Elesliehofmann3
    "My family and I have lived in Scotch Plains for 2 1/2 years and we are very happy with the neighborhood. We have friendly neighbors and feel safe. We are conveniently located close to downtown shops and amenities. The Fanwood and Westfield train stations are nearby and easily walkable. Great schools and parks. "
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  • Mwleon2
    "Several buses and trains to New York City. Close to highways and shopping so driving very convenient."
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  • Mohnish M.
    "This town is extremely family-oriented and has a great environment for children and adults to live. It’s green, has loads of parks in the town and in the neighboring towns. It also has everything you need, like groceries, restaurants and other services— all within a few miles of here. "
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  • Duffymarina70
    "I love this neighborhood, it’s so safe and welcoming. Everyone is very polite. Great restaurants such as Darby road and stage house. Everybody walks there dogs and cleans up after them. "
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  • Rbrucej
    "Kids can walk to all three schools; School One, Park Middle, High School. Also easy walk to train or bus to NYC. Town has events every weekend during the summer; outdoor movies, shows, music. Plus Car Shows, Celebrations, Parades, a great town!"
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  • Barrytwayne
    "We live on a private street. We have the school bus from Coles Elementary make several stops to pick up children from K-4 on our block. Families normally go for walks on our block. The block and neighborhood are one of the best in Scotch Plains. The street is tree-lined and scenic. We love it here! "
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  • Viktoriya G.
    "Many families in the area with small children, great parks, safe neighborhood, good schools, great community "
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  • West s.
    "They’d love it because there’s plenty of grass and parks and places to walk your dog. The town is very proportional. You have your shopping n business areas and then you have the more quite residential area. Either way the areas are very pet friendly. Pet stores and hospital conveniently located as well. "
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  • Lisa s.
    "Great school system.. wonderful caring neighbors, safe place to live.. love it here!! Couple of good places to eat.. stores close by.. love the ladies that work at the local library! lol"
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  • Randi l. v.
    "It’s easily accessible and has lots available in a close proximity. It’s a big town but also had a small town feel"
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  • Stephaniedequollorobinson
    "great neighborhood ,good schools, great community,we watch out for each other and big into sports ,church fair is fun yearly,diverse community "
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  • Njtaurus
    "Great area for families and there are a number of parks in the neighborhood. The biggest negative is the property taxes are more expensive in union county vs. other counties. "
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  • Les T.
    "Good town good schools and Next to Westfield there are tons of great restaurants all in our area you will not regret "
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  • Ed L.
    "Amazing neighbors with a real community feel. Truly a “takes a village” approach in one of the most energetic towns in NJ"
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Average Rent Trends in Scotch Plains, NJ

Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Aug 2025$2,750
Sep 2025$2,917
Oct 2025$3,200
Nov 2025$3,250
Dec 2025$2,760
Jan 2026$2,950
Feb 2026$2,800
Mar 2026$2,599
Apr 2026$2,600
May 2026$2,600
Jun 2026$2,727
Jul 2026$3,574
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In July 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$2,275$3,405$2,850$3,995$2,850
Townhomes—$3,395$3,850—$3,850
Apartments and Condos$2,100$2,500$2,850$2,700$2,500
Houses——$3,450$4,300$3,995
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Scotch Plains, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Scotch Plains, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in Scotch Plains, NJ is $2,670 per month. This is about 37% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Scotch Plains, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Scotch Plains, NJ was lowest in Jul 2025 when it was $2,350 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Scotch Plains, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Scotch Plains, NJ was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $3,250 per month.
  • How many available rental listings are in Scotch Plains, NJ?
    There are 24 available rental listings in Scotch Plains, NJ.
  • What are some zip codes in Scotch Plains, NJ?
    Scotch Plains, NJ includes zip codes such as: 07076.
  • What are some cities near Scotch Plains, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: Fanwood, Westfield, Plainfield, Garwood, Clark. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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