
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montclair Neighborhood of Quincy, MA from $1,200 (26 Rentals)
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66 Brook St, Unit 2

66 Brook St, Unit 1

291 Newport Ave

55 Elmwood Park, Unit #5

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Elmwood Park
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192 Billings St

133 Commander Shea Blvd

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45 Elmwood Park, Unit 12

63 Montclair Ave

73 Billings Rd

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Gamma North Quincy
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1 Canton Rd, Unit 30048

41 Ardell St

66 Safford St, Unit #4

121 Fayette St

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Presidential Point

1 Canton Rd, Unit 10001
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53 Newbury Ave

Neponset Landing

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105 Holmes St, Unit #207

285-301 Newport Ave

66 Safford St

115 W Squantum St
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9 Hovey St

115 Elmwood Ave
Montclair, Quincy, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montclair?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair Studio Apartments | $2,342 | $2,250 | $2,435 |
| Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,200 | $2,904 |
| Montclair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $2,000 | $4,606 |
| Montclair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,017 | $3,100 | $4,935 |
| Montclair 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,976 | $6,976 | $6,976 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Montclair Neighborhood of Quincy, MA.
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Cheapest Available Montclair Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montclair area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elmwood Park priced from $1,995. Gamma North Quincy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Park | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Gamma North Quincy | Studio Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Presidential Point | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,435 |
| Neponset Landing | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,554 |
| One Newport | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,614 |
| The Abby | A13 | 1BR,1BA | $2,780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, MA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $2.64 price per square foot 147 Farrington St Model at 147 Farrington St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the West Quincy neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 45 Elmwood Park Model at 45 Elmwood Park, Unit 12 starting at $2,150 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the West Quincy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montclair apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147 Farrington St, Unit 2nd floor | 147 Farrington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 45 Elmwood Park, Unit 12 | 45 Elmwood Park | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| One Newport | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Abby | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Elmwood Park | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Neponset Landing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| Gamma North Quincy | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.34 |
| Presidential Point | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.81 |
| 105 Holmes St, Unit #207 | 105 Holmes St | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montclair Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Montclair?
The cheapest apartment in Montclair is Elmwood Park which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Montclair costs $11,371.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Montclair?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Montclair that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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