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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 1 Bed unit found at Martha Washington Apartments in the Maple Valley neighborhood priced from $1,595. Richfield Village Apartments in the Maple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Upper Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,620
Claremont HoldingsRenovated StudioStudio,1BA$1,699
Glen Ridge ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
Eagle Rock Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,870

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

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Montclair area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Montclair Arms in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $2,945. The second greatest value Upper Montclair apartment is the $2.61/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Model at Linwood Village starting at $3,100 with a $2.63 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.
Montclair Arms2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.36
Linwood Village$2.61/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.63
Fairway Gardens2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$2.41
The Hub Brookdale2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.50
45 New St, Unit 345 New St2BR,1BA$3.11
Walden Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2.50
Bradford ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.79
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$2.33
Eagle Rock Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.83
Country Club Towers I and IIMedium StudioStudio ,1BA$3.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Montclair

What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Montclair?

There are currently 303 Apartments for Rent in Upper Montclair, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,385 to $17,900. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Montclair ranging from $1,000 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Montclair?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Montclair ranges from $1,000 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,593.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Upper Montclair?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Upper Montclair range from $2,500 to $14,937, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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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.