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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious pantry
  • Ample storage
  • Urban oasis
  • Luxury vinyl plank flooring
  • Newly modern kitchen
  • Private terrace

Location

181 Forest St #3, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA

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Contact

Tabula Rasa R.E., LLC

(201) 279-5330

Property Overview

A well-located home with strong value metrics, nearby schools, and helpful visual detail from 11 photos. Standout features include a newly modern kitchen, luxury vinyl plank flooring, a spacious pantry, ample storage, and a private terrace, while nearby pet services and outdoor space add everyday convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 181 Forest St #3

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCentral Heat
HeatingPantry
Private BalconyVinyl Floors

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 181 Forest St #3

HomeApartments in Montclair 181 Forest St #3, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA

Enjoy this beautifully renovated third-floor unit featuring a newly modern Kitchen, stylish bathroom, and Luxury vinyl Plank flooring throughout. This bright and airy apartment offers ample storage, including a spacious pantry, and is conveniently located near the center of town. Nestled on a quiet, dead-end residential block, it provides the perfect blend of classic charm and contemporary updates. Step outside onto your private terrace, a perfect retreat for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or entertaining guests. Whether you want to soak in the fresh air or create your own urban oasis, this outdoor space is a rare and inviting feature. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to public Transportaion, with both bus and train options just a short walk away. Plus, heat and hot water are included for added comfort. Don't miss out on this fantastic leasing opportunity! Listing Brokered through Tabula Rasa R.E LLC 16 Myrtle St #2 Bloomfield, NJ 07003 973-753-1918 Office Text listing Broker Lisette at 201-401-0935. Tenant pays electric only. App Fee $50


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 181 Forest St, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 470 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

Zip code07042
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Montclair

1-bedroom apartments at 181 Forest St #3 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Montclair.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Montclair
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Montclair
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,100
October 2024$2,137
November 2024$2,371
December 2024$2,390
January 2025$2,394
February 2025$2,389
March 2025$2,252
April 2025$2,156
May 2025$2,052
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$2,171
August 2025$2,167
September 2025$2,229
October 2025$2,210
November 2025$2,094
December 2025$2,163
January 2026$2,157
February 2026$2,213
March 2026$2,193
April 2026$2,219
May 2026$2,346
June 2026$2,298
July 2026$2,212
August 2026$2,174
September 2026$2,100

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 181 Forest St #3?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 181 Forest St, Montclair, NJ.
1 year ago$1,8251 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,7501 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,7001 bed1 bath

Schools near 181 Forest St #3

Central School

180 hillside ave

glen ridge, NJ, 7028

PK, K-2Public

Essex Junior Academy

520 pompton ave

cedar grove, NJ, 7009

K-8Public

Central Elementary School

33 cleveland st

orange, NJ, 7050

K-2Public

Clifton Early Learner Academies

290 brighton rd

clifton, NJ, 7012

PKPublic

Essex Fells School

102 hawthorne rd

essex fells, NJ, 7021

PK, K-6Public
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Getting around Montclair near 181 Forest St #3

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 181 Forest St #3, Montclair

Groceries

6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

Other units at this address

181 Forest St Montclair, NJ

Occupied

2

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,750

Listed by Lisette Rodriguez
Days on market: 1634
Be the first to enjoy the newly renovated bathroom and refinished Hardwood floors of this Bright and Airy 2nd-floor unit. This unit features a track-lit bonus room which can be used as a home office or even a second bedroom. Heat and hot water plus one off-street parking spot are all included in the rent. This unit is located near the center of town, in a great neighborhood with awesome schools. Situated on a dead-end residential block, this older home features key updates with classic charm. Enjoy a deep apron style porcelain sink, Newly Refinished solid wood floors, and a newly renovated bathroom. Plenty of storage including a spacious pantry. This charming apartment is just a short walk to the bus and/or train. Tenant pays their own electric and cooking gas. The Broker's fee is the equivalent of one month's rent HALF BROKER FEE PAID BY LANDLORD. A small application fee of $40 is necessary to process tenant screening. One month security deposit and the first month's rent are required to move in upon approval of the application. Pets must be approved by the owner. Applications can be processed online via www TabulaRasaPM com Transaction Brokered through: Rock NJ Realtors 4 Bloomfield Ave Bloomfield, NJ 07003 973-302-7968 Office 973-302-7998 Fax 201-401-0935 Agent Cell (Please Text)

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