Montclair

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Montclair, NJ

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Montclair’s natural surroundings and artistic splendor don’t go unnoticed

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Located just 12 miles west of Manhattan, Montclair combines metropolitan convenience with tree-lined neighborhood charm. The township features diverse architecture, from historic Victorians to contemporary homes, spread across six commercial districts. Montclair Center and Upper Montclair offer an array of shops and restaurants. The community's parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities, including the 33-acre Mountainside Park and the seasonal displays at Presby Memorial Iris Gardens. Current rental trends show steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments commanding $2,340 monthly, reflecting a 2.2% year-over-year increase, while two-bedroom units average $2,947 with a 4% annual increase.

Montclair State University anchors the township's educational landscape, while cultural attractions include the Montclair Art Museum, Wellmont Theater, and the annual Montclair Film Festival. Seven NJ Transit rail stations and multiple bus lines connect residents to New York City, making commuting convenient. The township's historic sites include Anderson Park, a 14.85-acre green space designed by John Charles Olmsted, and the Crane House and Museum, which showcases local history dating back to 1868.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Montclair, NJ is $2,031 for a studio, $2,371 for one bedroom, $2,985 for two bedrooms, and $3,698 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Montclair has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,371/month
647 Sq Ft
House
$4,750/month
253 Sq Ft
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Transportation

90

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Hillside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK & 3-5

541 Students

Charles H Bullock School

Public

Grades K-5

423 Students

Edgemont Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

266 Students

Watchung Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

394 Students

Bradford School

Public

Grades PK-5

385 Students

Mt Hebron Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

610 Students

Glenfield Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

548 Students

Renaissance Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

213 Students

Montclair High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,968 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Van Vleck House & Gardens
  • Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
  • Edison National Historic Site
  • Branch Brook Park
  • Turtle Back Zoo

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • LaGuardia

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.