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Mountainside, NJ Local Guide

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. Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits! in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountainside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountainview Gardens$3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,145
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,200
SoHo at Fanwood StationOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,308

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountainside, NJ and Nearby

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountainside area is the $2.34 price per square foot BRIGHTON Model at Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes in the in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Mountainside apartment is the 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome Model at Springfield Gardens starting at $4,400 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountainside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Station Square at Fanwood TownhomesBRIGHTON2BR,2.5BA$2.34
Springfield Gardens3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.28
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.07
53 Morris Ave53 Morris Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.07
The Parker2 BEDROOM / 2 BATH2BR,2BA$2.37
Glenside$2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den2BR,2BA$2.57
Spring Gardens II2 Bed, 3 Bath2BR,3BA$2.44
634 W Broad St, Unit Floor 2634 W Broad St2BR,1BA$2.17
Floral Gardens$2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.48
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 22389 Mountain Ave2BR,1BA$2.47

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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 $6,500. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountainside ranging from $1,980 to $15,000.

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 $1,980 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,016.

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 $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,999 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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