
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ (551 Rentals)


The Vestry

Valley and Bloom

Claremont Holdings

188 Bellevue Ave Apartments

Alister Montclair

Montclair Gardens

Grove 55

Montclarion at Bay Street Station

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The Midland

Church Street

Walden Apartments

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6 Baldwin St, Unit 2nd Floor

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223 Bellevue Ave, Unit 1

180 Bellevue Ave, Unit #3

17 Gates Ave

373 Claremont Ave
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262 Claremont Ave

247 Valley Rd

14 Forest St

39 N Mountain Ave

133 Grove St

613 Bloomfield Ave

39 Glenridge Ave

181 Forest St

46 New St

79 Forest St
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331 Bloomfield Ave

Pine Street Mews

124 Maple Ave. Apartments

416 Bloomfield

51 New St

10 Roosevelt Pl

31 Union St

16 New St

35 S Willow St

34 Union St
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Glen Willow Lofts

8 Mission St

The Lackawanna

69 Mission St

179 Walnut St

223 Bellevue Ave

18 The Crescent

28 Union St

105 Pine St

77 Mission St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montclair?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair Studio Apartments | $2,108 | $1,375 | $4,579 |
Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $995 | $4,520 |
| Montclair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $1,395 | $6,402 |
| Montclair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Montclair 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $2,500 | $4,400 |
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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 $2,715. Parkway Lofts has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,145 square feet and currently listed start at $3,000. 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 | $2,715 |
| Parkway Lofts | A17L | 1,145 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| 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 | $2,225 |
| Avalon Bloomfield Station | A5D | 1,007 Sq Ft | $2,365 |
| Berwyn Grande | 952 Sq Ft | $2,195 | |
| The Elks | 29 | 947 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Edison Lofts | A17-2 | 933 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
| Royal Bloomfield | Y1.1 | 922 Sq Ft | $2,699 |
| Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study | 850 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montclair, NJ is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,300 at 268 Prospect St in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Montclair 1 Bedroom is the 3 Room 1 Bedroom Model at Church Street starting at $1,424 in the Downtown Verona neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Montclair is currently $2,465. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Montclair:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 268 Prospect St | 1 bedroom | $1,300 |
| Church Street | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | $1,424 |
| Ashland Assoc. | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | $1,495 |
| 300 Carteret Pl | 3A | $1,575 |
| The Millennium | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,575 |
| 242 Prospect Street | 1 Bedroom | $1,600 |
| The Renaissance | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| The Dalmar | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| The Residences at Jersey Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
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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 268 Prospect St listed at $1,300.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Montclair Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Montclair is $2,465.
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 $2,715 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 739 sq ft.
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