53 Portland Pl, Montclair, NJ 07042
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******Bright 3BR/1BA in Downtown Montclair – Walk to Whole Foods + NYC Transit + W/D Access + Yard .******
No Broker Fee. Ready on March 15, 2026. Enjoy the... best of Montclair living—one block from Bloomfield Avenue—with restaurants, bakeries & coffee shops, boutiques, fitness studios, and entertainment right outside your door, while still coming home to a quiet residential street. This unfurnished first-floor 3-bedroom / 1-bath apartment is bright, spacious, and designed for comfortable long-term living.
The apartment features hardwood floors throughout, a modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a brand-new dishwasher. You’ll also have central air and a naturally sunny layout with multiple windows in every room. Washer/dryer access is available in the basement, and large private storage may be available for an additional monthly fee.
Outdoor space is a plus: relax on the private back porch or enjoy the shared front porch and fenced backyard—ideal for fresh air and casual outdoor time close to home.
Parking: No off-street parking (street parking). Municipal parking options are nearby.
Pets welcome with additional monthly pet fee (breed/size restrictions may apply).
Lease Terms & Qualifications:
Tenants pay all utilities (gas, electricity, and water & sewer)
Application fee applies
Minimum credit score: 650
Income requirement: 3x monthly rent
Due at lease signing: first month rent + last month rent + one-month security deposit
Unit Apt. #1
- $3,450
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1081 sq. ft.
- Available Mar 15
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Basement
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Freezer
- Garden
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Instant Hot Water
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Microwave
- Office
- Oven
- Porch
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Units
- Tile Floors
- Tub/Shower
- Walk-In Closets
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Pool
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
53 Portland Pl Unit Apt. #1 is an apartment community
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
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Get In Touch
Montclair, NJ 07042
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise95 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable56 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Charles H Bullock School
Grades K-5
Public
Trinity Academy
Grades PK-2
Private
Laning Avenue Elementary School
Grades PK-4
Public
Hillside Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Glenfield Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Renaissance Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Montclair Cooperative School
Grades PK-8
Private
Immaculate Conception High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Montclair High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Bloomfield College
Drive: 4 min (2.2 mi)
Caldwell College
Drive: 7 min (3.5 mi)
Montclair State University
Drive: 8 min (4.1 mi)
Seton Hall University
Drive: 15 min (7.7 mi)
Discover Upper Essex County, Montclair, NJ
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 53 Portland Pl Unit Apt. #1 proximity to Lackawanna Plaza II, Verona Shopping Center, and VJ Plaza II. Lackawanna Plaza II is 0.8 miles away, and Verona Shopping Center is within a 17 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 53 Portland Pl Unit Apt. #1 are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 5 miles, including Van Vleck House & Gardens, Presby Memorial Iris Gardens, and Edison National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in Upper Essex County provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 20 minutes from 53 Portland Pl Unit Apt. #1. Another nearby airport is LaGuardia, located 25.5 miles away.