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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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17-19-19 Dodd St

BloomfieldNJ07003

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382 Bloomfield Ave

BloomfieldNJ07003

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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 1 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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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 The Renaissance in the Ward 1 neighborhood priced from $1,450. The Regal Gardens in the Ward 1 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
The Regal Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
The Edge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,595
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
The Heritage1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
The Residences at Jersey Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.96 price per square foot 48 Model at Chanler at Montclair in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $2,945. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 112 High St Model at 112 High St, Unit Second floor starting at $2,650 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Watsessing County Park 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$1.96
112 High St, Unit Second floor112 High St3BR,1BA$1.77
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.86
16 New St, Unit #216 New St3BR,1BA$2.13
The Edge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.88
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
Glenwood Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.24
43 Hill St, Unit 3443 Hill St1BR,1BA$1.88
The Regal Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
The Renaissance1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93

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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 Richfield Village Apartments listed at $1,645.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment is $1,450 at The Renaissance.

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 $1,595 at The Edge.

What is the most affordable Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 347 Park Ave and starts from $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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