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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

79 Forest St #2, Montclair, NJ 07042, USA

Property Overview

Close to highly rated middle and high schools, with 12 photos for a helpful first look and strong value for money and value per square foot. The area supports walking and public transit, includes nearby parks, and offers pet-friendly conveniences such as grooming, hospitals, and supply stores.

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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners

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Rent trends in Montclair

1-bedroom apartments at 79 Forest St #2 cost about 35% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Montclair.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Montclair
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Montclair
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,131
October 2026$2,216

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 79 Forest St, Montclair, NJ.
2 months ago$1,450

Schools near 79 Forest St #2

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

Essex Fells School

102 hawthorne rd

essex fells, NJ, 7021

PK, K-6Public
A+

Clifton Early Learner Academies

290 brighton rd

clifton, NJ, 7012

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Montclair near 79 Forest St #2

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 79 Forest St #2, Montclair

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

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

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