THE VESTRY
147 Bloomfield Ave,
Montclair, NJ 07042
$3,850 | 2 Beds
Nestled in the foothills of First Watchung Mountain, Montclair’s natural surroundings don’t (more like, can’t) go unnoticed by anyone. Mills Reservation County Park and Eagle Rock Preservation afford residents and visitors alike miles of hiking trails to explore and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline.
This small town is more than a small town – it’s an artistic community! Art galleries, museums, and entertainment venues are found in Montclair’s downtown area along Bloomfield Avenue. The Wellmont Theater is the city’s go-to spot for comedic relief and concerts.
In walking distance of Montclair apartments, you’ll discover a plethora of international fare, a vibrant art scene, bakeries, boutiques, and bars. Residents highly enjoy living in a commuter city with convenient access to railroads and freeways. About seven NJ Transit Rail stations make up this community, with the Montclair-Boonton Line destination being NY Penn Station. The city has always been somewhat of a railroad town since its early days – the first railroad was established in 1856. In addition to transit, Montclair is home to Montclair State University campus.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Montclair, NJ is $2,015 for a studio, $2,353 for one bedroom, $2,972 for two bedrooms, and $3,590 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Montclair has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Walker's Paradise
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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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† 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.
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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 February 2025.