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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 The Twin Oaks in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $950. 111 South Harrison in the Ward 1 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,417. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
111 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,417
The Edge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,475
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
243 South Harrison Street1BR1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.92 price per square foot 49 Greenwood Ave Model at 49 Greenwood Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $4,640. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 29 Westview Rd Model at 29 Westview Rd, Unit 29 Westview Road #2 starting at $2,990 with a $1.50 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.
49 Greenwood Ave, Unit 249 Greenwood Ave3BR,3BA$1.92
29 Westview Rd, Unit 29 Westview Road #229 Westview Rd1BR,1BA$1.50
Chanler at Montclair482BR,2BA$2.00
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.78
243 South Harrison Street1BR1BR,1BA$1.65
Martin Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 900-1000 SqFt Renovated1BR,1BA$1.80
111 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.77
The Millennium1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.97
The Edge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
The Twin Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about Montclair

What type of rentals are currently available in Montclair?

There are currently 826 Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $17,900. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Montclair ranging from $1,050 to $13,500.

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 $1,050 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,635.

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 $1,900 to $15,232, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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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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

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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.