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Apartments for Rent in Scotch Plains, NJ

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Living in Scotch Plains NJ

Apartments for rent in Scotch Plains offer access to a historic township nestled on a ridge in northern-central New Jersey. Dating back to 1684 when Scottish Quakers first settled the area, Scotch Plains preserves its small-town character while offering contemporary conveniences. The township features the historic Shady Rest Golf and Country Club, now preserved as the Scotch Hills Municipal course, which holds the distinction of being the nation's first African-American country club.

With a median household income of $166,720 and an average rent of $2,265 for a one-bedroom apartment, Scotch Plains provides quality rental options in an established community. The 9-square-mile township features rental choices ranging from apartment communities to single-family homes and townhouses. The adjacent Watchung Reservation, a 1,945-acre nature preserve, offers miles of trails and outdoor recreation areas.

Scotch Plains' location provides easy access to Routes 22 and 28, connecting residents to Newark, Manhattan, and northern New Jersey employment centers. The nearby Fanwood station on the Raritan Valley Line offers rail service to Newark Penn Station with Manhattan connections. The township's established neighborhoods and proximity to downtown Westfield's shopping and dining create an appealing suburban setting.

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