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property at 29 High St

29 High St

West OrangeNJ07052
property at 119 Watchung Ave

119 Watchung Ave

MontclairNJ07042

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 154 Midland Ave

154 Midland Ave

East OrangeNJ07017
property at 276 Reock St

276 Reock St

OrangeNJ07050

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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property at 16 Forest St

16 Forest St

MontclairNJ07042

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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Montclair, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montclair Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Montclair, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Twin Oaks in the Ward 2 neighborhood priced from $950. Glenwood Apartments in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montclair apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
Glenwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Orange Portfolio HoldingsStudio - OP1Studio,1BA$1,499
Martin Manor Apartment HomesStudio 571 SqFt RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,500
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montclair area is the $0.96 price per square foot 189 Chapman St Model at 189 Chapman St, Unit First Unit in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $2,400. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
189 Chapman St, Unit First Unit189 Chapman St3BR,1BA$0.96
Chanler at Montclair322BR,2BA$1.90
114 Elm St, Unit 5114 Elm St1BR,1BA$1.39
347 Park Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$2.00
Aura 2401 Bedroom + Study1BR,2BA$1.63
10 Harvard St, Unit 110 Harvard St2BR,1BA$1.75
Riley Realty, LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.98
120 Halsted Street1 Bd / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Hill Manor - Renovated Apartments Near Tra...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Montclair

What type of rentals are currently available in Montclair?

There are currently 831 Apartments for Rent in Montclair, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,136 to $17,900. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Montclair ranging from $1,100 to $8,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Montclair ranges from $1,100 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,911.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Montclair range from $2,100 to $16,932, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,250 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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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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.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.