
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mountainside, NJ from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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2519 Waverly Pl

933 E Front St

1424 E Front St
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24 Orchard St

134 S Euclid Ave

4 John St
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80C Troy Dr

206 Main St

73 Troy Dr

2513 Standish Ave
Mountainside, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mountainside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mountainside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,634 | $1,850 | $3,975 |
Mountainside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,843 | $2,500 | $5,650 |
Mountainside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,949 | $3,400 | $8,500 |
Mountainside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,350 | $5,900 | $10,000+ |
Mountainside 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mountainside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountainside, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountainview Gardens in the Wychwood neighborhood priced from $2,145. Duncan Hill Apartment Homes in the Wychwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,170. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountainside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mountainview Gardens | $3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Duncan Hill Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 600 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Vermella Garwood Station | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,172 |
60-66 Elm St | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Westfield Hamilton House, LLC | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountainside, NJ and Nearby
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountainside area is the $2.16 price per square foot Birch 2 Bed Townhome with Loft Model at Springfield Gardens in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Mountainside apartment is the 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens starting at $3,400 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountainside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Springfield Gardens | Birch 2 Bed Townhome with Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.16 |
Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
One Lincoln Plaza | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
The Parker | 2 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Glenside | $2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
548 Downer St, Unit #2 | 548 Downer St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
Floral Gardens | $2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
706 S Ave W, Unit 1F | 706 S Ave W | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountainside
What type of rentals are currently available in Mountainside?
There are currently 152 Apartments for Rent in Mountainside, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,729 to $14,995. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountainside ranging from $1,250 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mountainside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mountainside ranges from $1,250 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,156.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mountainside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mountainside range from $2,635 to $13,081, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $5,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,250.
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