South Plainfield, NJ rental market
Last updated August 10, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,650.
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $2,205 to $5,000.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $2,300 | 2 |
| $2,400 | 7 |
| $2,500 | 5 |
| $2,600 | 6 |
| $2,700 | 4 |
| $2,800 | 1 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500 | 2 |
| $3,600 | 1 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,000 | 1 |
| $4,100 | 1 |
| $4,200 | 1 |
| $4,900+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $50 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,650 | $2,550 |
| Feb | $2,600 | $2,500 |
| Mar | $2,500 | $2,675 |
| Apr | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| May | $2,700 | $2,600 |
| Jun | $2,700 | $2,600 |
| Jul | $2,700 | $2,600 |
| Aug | $2,600 | $2,700 |
| Sep | $2,550 | No data |
| Oct | $2,550 | No data |
| Nov | $2,570 | No data |
| Dec | $2,550 | No data |
Market temperature
The South Plainfield, NJ rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in South Plainfield, NJ is 26% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in South Plainfield, NJ?
The average rent in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,650.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in South Plainfield, NJ?
Houses in South Plainfield, NJ rent between $2,205 - $5,000 with an average rent of $2,650.
3. How has the rent in South Plainfield, NJ changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in South Plainfield, NJ increased by $50
4. How much has the rent in South Plainfield, NJ increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in South Plainfield, NJ did not change.
5. How many available rentals are there in South Plainfield, NJ?
There are currently 21 rentals available in South Plainfield, NJ.
6. How do rent prices in South Plainfield, NJ compare with the national average?
The average rent in South Plainfield, NJ is $2,650 — 26.19% higher the national average of $2,100.