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property at 415 Dodd St

415 Dodd St

East OrangeNJ07017

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 72 S Essex Ave

72 S Essex Ave

OrangeNJ07050

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Montclair, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montclair Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Montclair, NJ is a Studio unit found at Glenwood Apartments in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood priced from $1,295. The Edge in the Ward 2 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
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
The Edge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio - OP1Studio,1BA$1,499
The Twin Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
314 Oakwood (Manlow Corp.)StudioStudio,1BA$1,595
106 South Harrison Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,596
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,620

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 347 Park Ave in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Riley Realty, LLC starting at $2,140 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Bel Air 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.
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.78
Riley Realty, LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.98
448 Springdale Ave, Unit 2448 Springdale Ave3BR,1BA$2.25
562 N Maple Ave562 N Maple Ave2BR,1BA$2.32
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
19-21 Schuyler Ter, Unit 1L19-21 Schuyler Ter2BR,1BA$2.19
650 Park Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.12
Glenwood Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.24
106 South Harrison Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.13
The Twin Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Montclair

What type of rentals are currently available in Montclair?

There are currently 825 Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,136 to $17,900. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Montclair ranging from $1,000 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Montclair?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Montclair ranges from $1,000 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,865.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Montclair?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Montclair range from $1,942 to $14,937, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,184 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.