Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ from $700 (89 Rentals)

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71 Montclair Ave

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52-54 Gates Ave
Studio Apartments

52-54 Gates Ave

52-54 Gates AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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Seymour St. Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seymour St. Apartment

9-11 Seymour StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Washington Dodd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Dodd

587 Carroll StOrange, NJ 07050
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151 N Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

151 N Walnut St

151 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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38 S Walnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

38 S Walnut St

38 S Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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249 Prospect St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

249 Prospect St

249 Prospect StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Sloane Realty
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sloane Realty

120-158 Cleveland StOrange, NJ 07050
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230 North Munn
1 Bedroom Apartments

230 North Munn

230 N Munn StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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75-81 N Arlington Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

75-81 N Arlington Ave

75-81 N Arlington AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Sunrise Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Village

209-215 N Arlington AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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116 Lenox Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lenox Ave

116 Lenox AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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115 S Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 S Clinton St

115 S Clinton StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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The Bordeaux
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bordeaux

445 Central AveOrange, NJ 07050
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On Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

On Apartments

141 Cleveland StOrange, NJ 07050
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27 High St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

27 High St

27 High StOrange, NJ 07050
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Cheapest Available Montclair Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Montclair, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Heritage in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $1,295. Glenwood Apartments in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,428. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Heritage1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,428
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio | OP1Studio,1BA$1,550
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Styertowne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
100 Evergreen Pl, East Orange, NJ 07018StudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
The Edge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.91 price per square foot 48 Model at Chanler at Montclair in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $2,860. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 353 N Grove St Model at 353 N Grove St, Unit L 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Ward 1 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montclair apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chanler at Montclair482BR,2BA$1.91
353 N Grove St, Unit L 1353 N Grove St2BR,1BA$1.30
112 High St, Unit Second floor112 High St3BR,1BA$1.73
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study1BR,2BA$1.78
650 Park Avenue2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.90
77 Franklin St, Unit 277 Franklin St2BR,1BA$2.00
55 Washington St1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.12
720 Burnside St720 Burnside St1BR,1BA$2.06
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
26 Park Dr N, Unit 126 Park Dr N1BR,1BA$2.13

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montclair Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montclair?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montclair is at Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,428.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment is $1,295 at The Heritage.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montclair Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montclair is starting from $1,995 at The Heritage.

What is the most affordable Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Essex and Crane and starts from $3,870.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.