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property at 613 Bloomfield Ave
$1,250 - $2,100
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613 Bloomfield Ave

MontclairNJ07042
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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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79 Forest St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

79 Forest St

79 Forest StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Pine Street Mews
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Street Mews

99 Pine StMontclair, NJ 07042
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850 Bloomfield Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

850 Bloomfield Ave

850 Bloomfield AveMontclair, NJ 07042

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property at 181 Long Hill Rd
$1,650 - $3,325
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181 Long Hill Rd

Little FallsNJ07424
property at 47 Watson Ave
$1,695
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47 Watson Ave

West OrangeNJ07052
property at 45 Condit Terrace
$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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45 Condit Terrace

West OrangeNJ07052

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

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Montclair, NJ Local Guide

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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 Church Street in the Downtown Verona neighborhood priced from $1,424. Ashland Assoc. in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Church Street3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,424
Ashland Assoc.3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,499
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,575
300 Carteret Pl3A1BR,1BA$1,575
242 Prospect Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio | OP1Studio,1BA$1,612
Martin Manor Apartment HomesStudio 571 SqFt RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,612
Fairway GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,629

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2 Park Ct Model at 2 Park Ct, Unit B1 in the in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 10 Harvard St Model at 10 Harvard St, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Ward 2 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.
2 Park Ct, Unit B12 Park Ct1BR,1BA$1.01
10 Harvard St, Unit 110 Harvard St3BR,1BA$1.44
Chanler at Montclair232BR,1.5BA$1.99
12 Jersey St2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.74
155 Evergreen Pl155 Evergreen Pl2BR,1BA$2.29
Hill Manor1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
242 Prospect Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.10
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.20
The Dalmar1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.20

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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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 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 $1,499.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment is $1,424 at Church Street.

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 $1,963 at Spaxalaya 255 Harrison LLC.

What is the most affordable Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Montclair Arms and starts from $4,245.

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.

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