
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ (554 Rentals)


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Claremont Holdings

188 Bellevue Ave Apartments

Montclair Gardens

Alister Montclair

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The Montclarion

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Church Street

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32 Monroe Pl, Unit 3

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18 The Cres

5 Roosevelt Pl, Unit 5C

206 Bellevue Ave

117 Forest St

378 Claremont Ave

135 Forest St
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14 Forest St

1283 Valley 7 Vly

133 Grove St

160 Chestnut St

90 Midland Ave

29 Upper Mountain Ave

1283 Valley Rd, Unit 7

90 Midland Ave, Unit 4

79 Forest St

331 Bloomfield Ave
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124 Maple Ave. Apartments

52 Sherman St

105 Pine St

1 Carriage Way

86 Bay St

390 Orange Rd

43 S Willow St

57 Glenridge Ave

65 Church St

97 Pine St
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129 Maple Ave

29-31 New St

100 Bloomfield Ave

114 Elm St

99 Valley Rd

47 N Fullerton Ave

232 Orange St

77 Mission St

28 Hillside Ave

295 Claremont Ave
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Montclair, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montclair?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair Studio Apartments | $2,115 | $1,425 | $4,187 |
Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,419 | $1,070 | $4,311 |
| Montclair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $1,395 | $6,667 |
| Montclair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Montclair 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,050 | $2,750 | $7,000 |
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Largest Available Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montclair, NJ is found at Grove Crossing in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood and is 1,190 square feet priced from $2,840. Country Club Towers I and II in the Maple Valley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,048 square feet and currently listed start at $2,400. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Montclair:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Crossing | The Ashland with Den | 1,190 Sq Ft | $2,840 |
| Country Club Towers I and II | One Bedroom | 1,048 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Linwood Village | $1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1,025 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| The Vestry | Indoor-Outdoor Living: 1-Bedroom + Den with Pri... | 988 Sq Ft | $3,800 |
| LIA by Vermella | AD15 | 980 Sq Ft | $3,275 |
| Crest Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Split | 961 Sq Ft | $2,228 |
| Berwyn Grande | 952 Sq Ft | $2,195 | |
| The Elks | 29 | 947 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Royal Bloomfield | Y1.1 | 922 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study | 850 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montclair, NJ is the 3 Room 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,424 at Church Street in the Downtown Verona neighborhood. The second most affordable Montclair 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 242 Prospect Street starting at $1,550 in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Montclair is currently $2,419. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Montclair:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Church Street | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | $1,424 |
| 242 Prospect Street | 1 Bedroom | $1,550 |
| Glenwood Apartments | 1BR | $1,575 |
| 300 Carteret Pl | 3A | $1,575 |
| The Edge | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,595 |
| Hill Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| 120 Halsted Street | 1 Bd / 1 Bathroom | $1,787 |
| 140 Washington St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,800 |
| Hutton Park Gardens | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,800 |
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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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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 Church Street listed at $1,424.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Montclair is $2,419.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montclair is a 1,190 square feet unit starting from $2,840 at Grove Crossing.
What is the average size for Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Montclair is currently 2,200 sq ft.
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