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The Highlands at South Plainfield
Property highlights
The Highlands at South Plainfield is a premier choice for those seeking a vibrant community with luxurious amenities and ideal location perks. Pet lovers will appreciate the presence of both cats and dogs in this friendly environment, alongside a plethora of walking spaces. Residents commend the attentive staff and well-maintained grounds, fostering a clean and secure atmosphere. The property's strategic location boasts instant access to major highways, making trips to nearby shopping and dining hubs in New Brunswick, Morristown, and Princeton a breeze. Its popularity is evident, being one of the top-viewed, favorited, and contacted properties, mirroring its appeal. The sumptuous amenities including a pool, hot tub, and comprehensive fitness facilities elevate the living experience, while the business center and on-site laundry add convenience and efficiency.
Renters love it here
5.0 out of 5 stars
- 8 units available
- 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 1300 Cook Lane, South Plainfield NJ 07080, South Plainfield
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated + more
- Price range
- $2,227 - $2,657 per month
- Commute
Rent Special
Move in by 1/5 and receive up to half a month off on select apartment homes! Offer valid on new leases only. Transfers excluded. [Offer good thru Jan 05, 2026]
Restrictions may apply
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Price and Availability
The Highlands at South Plainfield apartments start at $2,227/month. There are 8 available apartments priced from $2,227 to $2,657. Prices were last verified by The Highlands at South Plainfield 18 minutes ago.
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Unit 516
Avail. Feb 3
$2,227
$2,202
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Location
Amenities
In unit laundry
Patio / balcony
Dishwasher
Pet friendly
Parking
Recently renovated
Unit Amenities
air conditioning
ceiling fan
dishwasher
extra storage
in unit laundry
microwave
patio / balcony
refrigerator
walk in closets
recently renovated
bathtub
carpet
oven
range
Property Amenities
cats allowed
dogs allowed
pet friendly
business center
clubhouse
courtyard
24hr gym
on-site laundry
playground
pool
bbq/grill
hot tub
package receiving
parking
alarm system
bike storage
green community
internet access
key fob access
lobby
online portal
The Highlands at South Plainfield apartments in South Plainfield, NJ offer spacious apartment homes with walk-in closets and in-home washers and dryers. Easy access to I-287 means great shopping and dining in New Brunswick, Morristown, Edison and Princeton are just minutes away. Our pet-friendly South Plainfield apartments feature key-controlled access and private patios or balconies. Renovated apartments coming soon. Residents enjoy working out in our fitness center, relaxing in our pool and hot tub and socializing at our bbq grilling and picnic areas.
Verified reviews
Renters love it here
5.0 / 5
amenities5.0
value5.0
location5.0
5.0 • Aug 16, 2024
Verified resident
This place is great. Any maintenance issue and the team is there within the hour. Management is great and super helpful. The amenities are great and the area is nice and quiet. Everyone in the community is nice and the value overall with everything combined is great
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 2.4x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Dogs, cats
rent
55.00
limit
3
fee
300.00
fee
0.00
Explore the Area
Target
0.8 mi
Asian Food Market
1.1 mi
ALDI
1.1 mi
Food Bazaar
1.2 mi
ShopRite
1.4 mi
Spice Palace
0.1 mi
McDonald's
0.2 mi
Red Robin
0.7 mi
A2B Indian Veg Restaurant
0.7 mi
Chipotle
0.7 mi
Stelton Road at Hadley Center Drive
0.8 mi
Clinton Avenue at New Market Avenue
1.7 mi
Clinton Avenue at New Market Avenue
1.7 mi
Plainfield Avenue at Sampton Avenue
2.0 mi
Plainfield Avenue at Sampton Avenue
2.0 mi
Central Jersey Regional Airport
9.7 mi
Linden Airport
10.0 mi
Somerset Airport
14.0 mi
Cyber Density Balloonport
14.2 mi
Stonebridge Farm Helistop
15.6 mi
5 /10
Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK-4
412 Students
1.0 mi
6 /10
Randolphville Elementary School
PublicK-3
465 Students
1.8 mi
4 /10
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School
PublicK-3
530 Students
1.9 mi
3 /10
Quibbletown Middle School
Public6-8
513 Students
2.1 mi
8 /10
Woodbrook Elementary School
PublicK-5
964 Students
2.1 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Shadyside Park
0.7 mi
Feral Cat Park
0.9 mi
Football Play Area
1.0 mi
Memorial Park
1.0 mi
Dismal Swamp Conservation Area
1.0 mi
Plainfield Curling Club
0.3 mi
Regal Hadley Theatre Stadium 16
0.7 mi
LA Fitness
0.7 mi
Retro Fitness
2.0 mi
Pinot's Palette
2.1 mi
Petco
1.1 mi
PetSmart
2.8 mi
Petco
3.7 mi
Petco
4.4 mi
Donaldson Dog Park
4.5 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 28 — Car-Dependent, mostly car-dependent for most daily errands.Transit Score: 21 — Minimal public transit access available nearby.Public Transit Access
The South Plainfield area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 1 nearby routes: 1 bus, 0 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Stelton Road at Hadley Center Drive (~0.83 mi)
- Clinton Avenue at New Market Avenue (~1.73 mi)
- Plainfield Avenue at Sampton Avenue (~2 mi)
- Plainfield Road at Stephenville Parkway (~2.4 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Highlands at South Plainfield has 8 units available starting at $2,227 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In South Plainfield, NJ, the average rent is for a studio, $2,214 for a 1-bedroom, $2,669 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,750 for a 3-bedroom.
Some of The Highlands at South Plainfield's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and dishwasher. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Highlands at South Plainfield is offering the following rent specials: Move in by 1/5 and receive up to half a month off on select apartment homes! Offer valid on new leases only. Transfers excluded. [Offer good thru Jan 05, 2026]
Yes, The Highlands at South Plainfield is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Highlands at South Plainfield offers parking.
Yes, The Highlands at South Plainfield offers units with in unit laundry.
Yes, The Highlands at South Plainfield has a pool.
No, The Highlands at South Plainfield does not have accessible units.
Yes, The Highlands at South Plainfield has units with dishwashers.