Cheap Homes for Rent in Montclair Heights Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,700 (6 Rentals)

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property at 565 Grove St

$1,725

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$1,725

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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565 Grove St, Unit D-8

565 Grove St
CliftonNJ07013
property at 1283 Valley Rd

$1,950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1283 Valley Rd, Unit 7

1283 Valley Rd
MontclairNJ07043

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Montclair Heights, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montclair Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montclair Heights area of Clifton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Ralson Apartments priced from $1,637. Richfield Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here are the most affordable Montclair Heights apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ralson ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,637
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair Heights, NJ

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montclair Heights area is the $2.00 price per square foot 158 Valley Rd Model at 158 Valley Rd, Unit Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Montclair Heights apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at Hilltop Apartments of Totowa starting at $2,900 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Montclair Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montclair Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
158 Valley Rd, Unit Unit 1158 Valley Rd2BR,1BA$2.00
Hilltop Apartments of Totowa2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.54
Van Houten Village 55+ Senior CommunityTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.35
819 Van Houten Ave, Unit 2nd floor819 Van Houten Ave3BR,1BA$2.28
68 Hammond AveJunot3BR,1BA$2.56
305 Lakeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.76
397 Clifton Ave, Unit 3397 Clifton Ave2BR,1BA$2.58
Cedar Grove Garden Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.53
241 Crooks Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Ralson ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$2.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Montclair Heights, Clifton, NJ

Ranked #10

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Montclair Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Montclair Heights?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Montclair Heights, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $4,108. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Montclair Heights ranging from $1,725 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Montclair Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Montclair Heights ranges from $1,725 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,465.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Montclair Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Montclair Heights range from $2,275 to $3,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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