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Montclair

·39th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,021/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.8%
vs US Median
+$1,056
Rising (Monthly)
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Montclair · $3,021
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Montclair's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$3,021/mo
Expected by trend
$3,128/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,980
1 BR
$2,260
2 BR
$2,730
3 BR
$3,440
4 BR+
$3,910
Research median
$2,730/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$36,252/yr
At $3,021/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 4.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.6% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Montclair, NJ has changed in 5 years

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$2,227 → $3,021
up 35.7%

Rent in Montclair, NJ has climbed 35.7% since 2021, going from about $2,227 per month to roughly $3,021 today. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Montclair, NJ reflects that arc in its own way.

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By apartment size

Montclair rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Montclair, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Montclair is $3,021/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,440/mo.

At 50% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Montclair ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Montclair an affordable city for renters?

Montclair is considered stretched for renters. At $3,021/mo, rent takes approximately 50% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Montclair significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Montclair?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $121,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,021/mo in Montclair.

Is rent going up or down in Montclair?

Rent in Montclair has increased 4.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Montclair rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Montclair is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #39 out of 180 tracked cities at $3,021/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Montclair?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Montclair ($3,021/mo): Orange ($1,912/mo), East Orange ($2,068/mo), Belleville ($2,277/mo).

How does Montclair rent compare to the national average?

Montclair's median rent of $3,021/mo is $1,056 (54%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #39 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
50%
STRETCHED

At $3,021/mo, rent takes ~50% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1.4–10.75%
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