$4,000 Per Month

485 Valley Rd Unit 2 Montclair, NJ 07043

Montclair Area
3 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
8,843 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Attic
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Thermal Windows

About This Home

Live in the heart of Upper Montclair in this beautiful three-bedroom residence, ideally located a half mile from Upper Montclair Village and Watchung Plaza - NYC trains and buses, grocery stores, boutiques, cafes, and some of Montclair's most celebrated restaurants. This sun-drenched multi-level apartment combines classic craftsmanship with modern updates, featuring hardwood floors, abundant natural light, fresh paint, stylish lighting, and spacious living areas throughout. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A formal dining room provides the perfect setting for gatherings, while three generously sized bedrooms offer flexibility. Dedicated laundry and private storage are located in the basement. Outdoor living is equally impressive with access to a large fenced backyard and patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Dedicated driveway and garage parking for three cars. Experience everything that makes Montclair so special - from the Wellmont Theater and Montclair Art Museum to the renowned Film Festival, farmers markets, parks, reservations, and vibrant arts and dining scene. This exceptional rental offers the perfect combination of space, convenience, and lifestyle. No pets, no smoking.

Listing Agent

Caroline Mescia

COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC Brokerage Phone: 201-303-6316 Listed on: 06/24/2026

COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Apartment

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Thermal Windows
  • Shades
  • Blinds
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Magnet Elementary And Middle School
  • Montclair High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Standard Electricity
  • Water Tap or Transfer Fee
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tenant pays for cable t.v., electric, heat, hot water, sewer, water
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1613-02504-0000-00045-0000-

Property Details

Home Type

Apartment

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

8,843 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Furnished Info: Unfurnished
  • Owner Pays: Maintenance-Common Area, Maintenance-Lawn, Snow Removal
  • Lease Information: 1 Year, 2 Years, Renewal Option
  • Tenant Pays: Cable T.V., Electric, Heat, Hot Water, Sewer, Water
  • Pre Rental Reqrmts: 1.5 Month Security, Credit - Rpt, IncmVrfy, TenAppl, Tenants Insurance Required
  • Rent Includes: Maintenance-Building, Maintenance-Common Area

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Apartment, Multi Floor Unit
  • Primary Property Type: Apartmt
  • Rental Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • County Name: Essex
  • Available: Immediately
  • Directions: Valley Road between Wildwood and Gordonhurst
  • I D: 5440048
  • Attribution Contact: 201-303-6316
  • MLS Status: Active
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Building
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Room Features: Formal Dining Room, Tub Shower
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds, Shades, Smoke Detector
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Third
  • Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished-Partially, Full
  • Basement Level Rooms: Laundry Room, Storage Room
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Kitchen Dim: 11x11
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Living Room Dim: 15x12
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Other Room 1: Office
  • Other Room1 Dim: 16x7
  • Other Room1 Level: Second
  • Level 2 Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
  • Level 3 Rooms: 1 Bedroom, Attic, Storage Room

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Patio, Privacy Fence, Thermal Windows/Doors, Wood Fence

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Description: Assigned, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Parking
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Driveway Description: Assigned, Blacktop, Driveway-Shared

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Window A/C(s)
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Charge Extra
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural
  • Water: Public Water, Water Charge Extra
  • Water Heater: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Storage

Schools

  • High School: MONTCLAIR
  • Middle Jr High School: MAGNET

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 42X210 IRR
  • Easement: Unknown
  • Lot Size Tax: *
  • Location: Residential Area
  • Zoning Compliance: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Acres: *
  • Streetname Tax: *
  • Street Number Tax: *
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1613-02504-0000-00045-0000-
  • Assessor Parcel Number: *

Multi Family

  • Tenant Has Use Of: Basement, Laundry Facilities, Storage Area
  • Tenant Landlord Pays Commission: Tenant Pays Commission

MLS Schools

  • Grade School: MAGNET

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/10/2026 08/10/26 Price Changed $4,000 -5.9% --
06/24/2026 06/24/26 For Rent $4,250 -- --
Source: Garden State MLS

About the Listing Agent

Caroline Mescia

COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC

(862) 322-6838

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    Classic Colonial charm with easy flow layout offers flexible living in this well-maintained home with hardwood floors and built-ins in the living room and dining room. The spacious family room addition with fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and skylight creates the heart of the home, providing plenty of room for everyday living, entertaining, or movie nights. The first-floor full bath adds convenience

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Source: Garden State MLS

MLS Number: 4036662

Garden State MLS

APN: 13-02504-0000-00045

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