
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ from $700 (91 Rentals)
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The Midland

Church Street

209 Prospect St

12 Elmwood Ave, Unit bl 1

Ashland Assoc.

Executive House

Village Green

Orange Portfolio Holdings

200 Franklin St, Unit 38

38 N 22nd St, Unit 1 bedroom

Fairway Gardens

Martha Washington Apartments

Richfield Village Apartments

Washington Towers

25 Princeton St, Unit 1R

29 High St

Essence 144

Indigo 141: NEW Boutique Collection of Units

Franklin Towers

243 Harrison LLC

Forest Hill Apartments

106 South Harrison Street

19 Walnut Terrace

88 Mount Pleasant Ave

105 Sadler Rd, Unit second floor apt.
Montclair, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montclair?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Montclair Studio Apartments | $2,119 | $900 | $7,892 |
Cheap Montclair 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,136 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Montclair 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Montclair 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Montclair 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $2,750 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available Montclair Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montclair, NJ is a Studio unit found at Martin Manor Apartment Homes in the Bel Air neighborhood priced from $1,475. The Millennium in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Martin Manor Apartment Homes | Studio 571 SqFt Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
The Millennium | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
The Vizcaya | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
The Regal Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Orange Portfolio Holdings | Studio - OP1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Fairway Gardens | Studio Large | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 158 South Harrison in the in the Ward 2 neighborhood starting from $1,674. The second greatest value Montclair apartment is the 32 Model at Chanler at Montclair starting at $2,845 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Downtown Verona 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. |
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158 South Harrison | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Chanler at Montclair | 32 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
Georgian Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
459 Springdale Ave, Unit 2 | 459 Springdale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Aura 240 | 1 Bedroom + Study | 1BR,2BA | $1.63 |
10 Harvard St, Unit 1 | 10 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
38 N 22nd St, Unit 1 bedroom | 38 N 22nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
17 Northfield Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Right | 17 Northfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
120 Halsted Street | 1 Bd / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
200 Franklin St, Unit 38 | 200 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Montclair Overview
Montclair New Jersey is a beautiful town to look for an apartment as an alternative to Brooklyn or other outer boroughs of NYC. Not only is it close to NYC, if you work there or like to enjoy the city, but the train system also allows you to get there with ease. Montclair offers residents a dynamic restaurant scene, a wide variety of cultural events, and beautiful parks to enjoy.
Why live in Montclair, NJ?
Many people refer to Montclair New Jersey as the urban oasis for New Yorkers. Montclair is close enough to the city that you can still enjoy everything it has to offer regularly. However, Montclair has so much to offer to residences as well. Montclair residents can enjoy the wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and cultural events the town has to offer.
Best Local Schools in Montclair, NJ
Hillside Elementary School
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Getting Around Montclair, NJ
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montclair Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montclair?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montclair is at Martin Manor Apartment Homes listed at $1,475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montclair Apartment is $1,525 at The Millennium.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montclair Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montclair is starting from $1,771 at 61 N. Arlington St..
What is the most affordable Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Montclair Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 158 South Harrison and starts from $1,674.
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