Cheap Apartments for Rent in Upper Montclair, NJ from $900 (36 Rentals)

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819 Bloomfield Ave

MontclairNJ07042

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52-54 Gates Ave
Studio Apartments

52-54 Gates Ave

52-54 Gates AveMontclair, NJ 07042
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Garrett Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garrett Village

948 Valley RdClifton, NJ 07013
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Brookdale Gardens Condo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale Gardens Condo

935 Broad StBloomfield, NJ 07003
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Essex House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Essex House

249 Belleville AveBloomfield, NJ 07003
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Seymour St. Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seymour St. Apartment

9-11 Seymour StMontclair, NJ 07042
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Karen Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karen Gardens

1022 Broad StBloomfield, NJ 07003
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Bloom Partners
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bloom Partners

111 Bloomfield AveNutley, NJ 07110
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Bloomfield Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bloomfield Manor

388 Belleville AveBloomfield, NJ 07003
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79 Forest St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

79 Forest St

79 Forest StMontclair, NJ 07042
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450 Pompton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

450 Pompton Ave

450 Pompton AveCedar Grove, NJ 07009

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Upper Montclair, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Montclair Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Upper Montclair, NJ is a Studio unit found at Country Club Towers I and II in the Maple Valley neighborhood priced from $1,300. Martha Washington Apartments in the Maple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Upper Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Club Towers I and IIMedium StudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
The Residences at Jersey Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
Styertowne ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,785
Claremont Holdings1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,899
55 North Mountain Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Park View At Montclair1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Montclair, NJ and Nearby

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Montclair area is the $2.14 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhouse -One Bath Model at Commonwealth Townhomes in the in the Verona North Side neighborhood starting from $3,215. The second greatest value Upper Montclair apartment is the 48 Model at Chanler at Montclair starting at $2,860 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Downtown Verona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Montclair apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Commonwealth TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhouse -One Bath2BR,1BA$2.14
Chanler at Montclair482BR,2BA$1.91
Whitehall ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.56
Verona Place2 BR2BR,2BA$2.53
Great Notch VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.60
Runnymede Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
Claremont Holdings1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.37
96 Broughton Ave, Unit 296 Broughton Ave1BR,1BA$2.49
Cedar Grove Garden Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.53
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$2.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Montclair Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Upper Montclair?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Upper Montclair is at Country Club Towers I and II listed at $1,300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Montclair Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Montclair Apartment is $1,595 at Martha Washington Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Montclair Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Montclair is starting from $2,245 at Richfield Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Upper Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Upper Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Montclair Arms and starts from $4,245.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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