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Plainsboro Apartments for Rent

About Plainsboro

Why rent an apartment in Plainsboro, NJ?

Plainsboro is a mecca of big business with sprawling office parks hosting a who’s who of health, technology and financial companies. Many Plainsboro apartments for rent are within walking distance to some of the community’s largest employers.

Major corporations along Scudders Mill & College Road: Two of Plainsboro’s primary thoroughfares are lined with big office buildings such as Novo Nordisk, Bristol Myers Squibb (Scudders Mill), Munich Reinsurance America, Princeton Plasma Physics Lab, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (College Road). Integra Life Sciences and Dow Jones are just a few of the other places where thousands are employed.

If you live in Plainsboro and can walk or take a bus to work, it might save some aggravation with the rush hour traffic.

University Medical Center: This top performing hospital is one of the top in the state and walkable from many Plainsboro apartments. There is a paved bike trail along Scudders Mill that makes the trek simple.

Close to Princeton: You might be looking for an apartment in Plainsboro to live near downtown Princeton and Princeton University. Whether you are working at the university or just enjoy strolling along Nassau Street to absorb the college town atmosphere the heart of Princeton will be minutes away.

Private Rentals in Plainsboro, NJ

Plainsboro is not an expansive area and about 60% of the land is dedicated to open space. So you won’t find a huge selection of homes for rent or private apartments. There are several condo/townhouse developments which have frequent rentals from their owners.

  • Ravenscrest – one and two bedroom condos north of Plainsboro Road
  • Brittany Townhomes – near golf course, 2-mile Lenape Trail, pool and tennis courts
  • Ashford Townhomes - one and two bedroom condos on the south side of Plainsboro Road

Shopping & dining along the Route 1 Corridor: For daily errands and grocery shopping there are a couple of retail centers along Schalks Crossing Road that include Super Fresh, Great Clips and a variety of restaurants. On the west side of Route 1, Plainsboro apartment residents can explore shops at Princeton Forrestal Village, an upscale open-air center with Salt Creek Grill.

About 5 miles south of Plainsboro you will find:

  • An AMC theater, PF Chang’s, Big Fish, Barnes & Noble and much more at Princeton Market Fair
  • Whole Foods & Trader Joe’s
  • Quakerbridge Mall

Things to do in Plainsboro

While living in a Plainsboro apartment, you will certainly want to take time to visit some of the many area museums and historical attractions nearby such as Morven Museum & Garden, Rockingham Historic Site and Grounds for Sculpture.

Take a stroll around the Princeton University campus and view the many historical buildings or take in a show at the McCarter Theatre.

Other recreation options include:

  • The Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course
  • Lenape Trail
  • Plainsboro Library
  • D&R Raritan Canal State Park and Trail

Public transportation

We realize that although there are many huge employers within a somewhat compact area, not everyone will work here. Fortunately there is a NJ transit stop at Princeton Junction Station that will take you to 17 destinations including Newark or all the way to New York City. The express train will get you there in about 55 minutes.

Parking at the train station is said to be limited. There are a couple of bus routes stopping at most apartment communities that will get you there for free (with rail pass) or a very small amount.

Renters can also use a NJ Transit bus or catch a Tiger Transit bus (free) to the university.

Tips for living in Plainsboro

When looking for an apartment in Plainsboro, NJ keep in mind that traffic can be tough in the morning and late afternoon. Consider a property that is close to a bus stop or one of the bike paths to limit driving.

Plainsboro is part of the highly rated West Windsor-Plainsboro school district. Many students also attend Montessori Country Day School.

The Cost of Living in Plainsboro is about 36% higher than the national average but much of that is related to housing. You can expect food and services to be about 10% higher.

If you want an alternative to an apartment in Plainsboro consider searching in Ewing Township, Kingston, Cranbury Township, or Hopewell.

Bottom Line

When you are ready to rent an apartment in Plainsboro, just look along Plainsboro Road for a large selection of rental communities or near the golf course. Plainsboro apartments will generally start at over $1,000 per month for a one bedroom, but cost less than living in nearby Princeton.

A post office in Plainsboro is located at 10 Schalks Crossing Road. The phone number is 609-275-9894.

Average Rent in Plainsboro, NJ

The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Plainsboro, NJ and nearby cities:

1 BR 2 BR
Plainsboro (7) $1,246 $1,646
West Windsor (1) $2,392
Princeton (4) $1,319 $1,506
Monmouth Junction (2) $1,285 $1,542

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Plainsboro, NJ Apartments And Rentals

There are 7 rentals and apartments in Plainsboro, NJ and nearby communities

The Crossings at Plainsboro

The Crossings at Plainsboro
60 Fox Run Drive

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(0.6 miles)
Rent:  $1,150-$1,818
Bedrooms:  1-2

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Hunters Glen Apartments

Hunters Glen Apartments
1109 Hunters Glen Dr

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(1.6 miles)
Rent: 
Bedrooms:  1

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Hunters Glen Apartments

Hunters Glen Apartments
1109 Hunters Glen Dr

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(1.6 miles)
Rent:  $954-$2,226
Bedrooms:  1-2

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Deer Creek Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments
305 Deer Creek Drive

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(1.6 miles)
Rent:  $949-$1,489
Bedrooms:  1-2

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Addison at Princeton Meadows

Addison at Princeton Meadows
2821 Pheasant Hollow Dr.

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(1.9 miles)
Rent:  $1,065-$1,915
Bedrooms:  1-2

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Quail Ridge

Quail Ridge
2005 Quail Ridge Drive

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(2.1 miles)
Rent:  $1,010-$1,795
Bedrooms:  1-2

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The Crest at Princeton Meadows

The Crest at Princeton Meadows
3217 Ravens Crest Drive

Plainsboro, NJ 08536

(2.5 miles)
Rent:  $1,145-$1,836
Bedrooms:  1-2

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