I loved renting in Montclair, things to note is to make sure where you are renting has dedicated parking. Parking is a serious, serious issue in Montclair. It's the top reason I moved, next to the ridiculous rent prices. Regarding safety, Montclair is weird where you can be in a safe area walk a street over, and not have the same warm feeling. I cant speak much about Bloomfield. Welcome to the area!