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Seymour St. Apartment
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Seymour St. Apartment

9-11 Seymour StMontclair, NJ 07042
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79 Forest St
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79 Forest St

79 Forest StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Maple Gardens
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Maple Gardens

124 Maple AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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28 Gates Avenue
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28 Gates Avenue

28 Gates AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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11 Elm St
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11 Elm St

11 Elm StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Claircliff Apartments
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Claircliff Apartments

370 Claremont AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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67 Bay Ave
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67 Bay Ave

67 Bay AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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33 Hillside Ave
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33 Hillside Ave

33 Hillside AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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Montclair Mews
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Montclair Mews

77 Grove StMontclair, NJ 07042
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99 Pine St
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99 Pine St

99 Pine StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Mountain View
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Mountain View

22-24 St Lukes PlMontclair, NJ 07042
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200 Forest St
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200 Forest St

200 Forest StMontclair, NJ 07042
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81 GLENRIDGE Ave
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81 GLENRIDGE Ave

81 GLENRIDGE AveMontclair, NJ 07042

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Largest Available Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montclair, NJ is found at Aura 240 in the Ward 2 neighborhood and is 1,596 square feet priced from $2,950. Oakes Pond at Bloomfield has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,270 square feet and currently listed start at $3,075. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Montclair:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study Loft1,596 Sq Ft$2,950
Oakes Pond at Bloomfield$2.42/sq.ft. - 1D.21,270 Sq Ft$3,075
Grove CrossingThe Ashland with Den1,190 Sq Ft$2,750
Essence 1441 Bedroom + Study LOFT1,187 Sq Ft$2,900
Country Club Towers I and IIOne Bedroom1,048 Sq Ft$1,775
Linwood Village$2.00/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1,025 Sq Ft$2,125
227 North WalnutA2980 Sq Ft$2,290
Allure 258One Bedroom + Study823 Sq Ft$2,350
Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of UnitsOne Bedroom + Den800 Sq Ft$2,450

Cheapest Available Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montclair, NJ is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,450 at The Edge in the Ward 2 neighborhood. The second most affordable Montclair 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Twin Oaks starting at $1,450 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Montclair is currently $2,476. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Montclair:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Edge1BR/1.0BA$1,450
The Twin Oaks1BR/1.0BA$1,450
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA$1,475
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small$1,595
The Residences at Jersey Street1BR/1.0BA$1,600
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,650
243 South Harrison Street1BR$1,650
Franklin Manor1-Bed Junior$1,695
120 Halsted Street1 Bd / 1 Bathroom$1,741

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Montclair Overview

Montclair New Jersey is a beautiful town to look for an apartment as an alternative to Brooklyn or other outer boroughs of NYC. Not only is it close to NYC, if you work there or like to enjoy the city, but the train system also allows you to get there with ease. Montclair offers residents a dynamic restaurant scene, a wide variety of cultural events, and beautiful parks to enjoy.

Why live in Montclair, NJ?

Many people refer to Montclair New Jersey as the urban oasis for New Yorkers. Montclair is close enough to the city that you can still enjoy everything it has to offer regularly. However, Montclair has so much to offer to residences as well. Montclair residents can enjoy the wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and cultural events the town has to offer. 

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Getting Around Montclair, NJ

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Montclair with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Montclair is at The Edge listed at $1,450.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Montclair is $2,476.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montclair is a 1,596 square feet unit starting from $2,950 at Aura 240.

What is the average size for Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Montclair is currently 683 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.