Apartments near Montclair State University

Harrison Urby & Stamford Urby, both located on Angelo Cifelli Dr, are the closest student apartments near Montclair State University, just a 22-minute drive from the university.

The closest restaurant to the university and student apartments near Montclair State University is Li's Hot Pot & BBQ, which is a 3-minute cab ride.

You should book your student apartments for rent near Montclair State University 6-9 months before the start of the academic year. So make sure you book your housing in December - January with amber!

The term for Montclair State University starts on August 28! So make sure you are booking your off-campus housing near Montclair State University in time.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the closest airport to the university & is only a 25-minute drive. These stations help students travel easily to their Montclair student apartments.

Just a short distance from New York City, Montclair State University offers students the best of both worlds: a lively campus environment and access to one of the world's most dynamic metropolitan areas. While on-campus housing is available, many learners choose to live in student apartments near Montclair State University to have their own space. Housing near Montclair State University starts from $875 per month. Fantastic Montclair off-campus housing includes Harrison Urby & Stamford Urby. The average distance of the amber student apartments near Montclair State University is within a 15-mile radius, which will take you around a 25-minute drive.

Located at 1 Normal Avenue, New Jersey 07043, MSU is a public research university established in 1908. The university enrolls more than 23,000 students with a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 23 students. The university is known for programs in Business, Education, Communication and Media, Nursing, Psychology, & the Performing Arts. The university ranks as the #1 public university in New Jersey according to the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 rankings. Notable alumni include Stephen Colbert, Emmy Award-winning television host and comedian, & Bruce Willis, Golden Globe-winning actor. Students choose off-campus Montclair State University housing, like June Homes 07304, to travel easily to the university.

For those looking beyond university residences, the area surrounding Montclair State University offers a variety of apartment options. From studios, shared apartments, 1B & 3B rooms, students can explore a wide range of housing choices. Living off campus also allows students to enjoy the convenience of nearby shops, restaurants, and transit connections while remaining within easy reach of campus.
1. June Homes 07304: The apartment has exclusive facilities like furnished common areas and non-smoking areas. It is located at a 35-minute drive from the university - From $875 per month.
2. Journal Square Urby: The property has exciting amenities like a yoga studio and bicycle storage. It is located at a 30-minute drive from the university - From $2866 per month.
3. The Rail at North Bergen: The apartment has amazing facilities like a clubhouse and a swimming pool. It is located at a 26-minute drive from the university - From $2506 per month.
4. Stamford Urby: The property has excellent facilities like a cafe and a lounging area. It is located at a 22-minute drive from the university - From $2415 per month.
5. Harrison Urby: The apartment has exclusive amenities like a gym and a cafe. It is located at a 22-minute drive from the university - From $2049 per month.

The Montclair State University campus is about a 2–5 minute walk from Montclair State University Station, which provides NJ TRANSIT rail service to important cities. Closest bus stops, such as Normal Avenue (2-min walk) & Student Center (4-min walk), help students travel easily. Students can also benefit from the NJ TRANSIT University Partnership Program, which offers up to 25% discounts on monthly rail, bus, & light rail passes. The Presby Memorial Iris Gardens are located about a 10-minute walk from campus, while the downtown Montclair district is approximately a 10-minute drive away.

At Montclair State University, students can engage in more than 120 student organizations like the Entrepreneurship Club, Student Government Association, Accounting Society, & Red Hawk Sports Clubs. A defining feature of Montclair State is its 100,000-square-foot School of Communication & Media, where students learn in professional-grade television studios, digital newsrooms, podcasting suites, & broadcast production facilities.