
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ from $700 (87 Rentals)
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Martha Washington Apartments

Styertowne Apartments

Richfield Village Apartments

12 Quincy St

324,339 and 431 Broadway
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Freedom Village Senior 55+

139 9th St

526 Valley Brook Ave

Jasontown Apartments

355 Madison St

7 Ernest St

Mount Pleasant Village Apartments

40 Quincy St

47 High St
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268 McBride Ave

530 Valley Brook Ave

58 Ettrick Ter

Foxhall Apartments

409 Market St

425 Ridge Rd
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Arlington Park Apartments

King Alfred Apartments

122 3rd St

52 Stuyvesant Ave

River Drive Village Apartments

Copper Ridge Apartments

305 Green Ave
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37 Mercer St

68 Cottage Pl

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261 Marshall St

200 Summer St
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Clifton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Clifton Studio Apartments | $2,075 | $1,450 | $2,639 |
Cheap Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,250 | $6,378 |
Cheap Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $1,400 | $5,099 |
Cheap Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,213 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $2,100 | $4,000 |
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Clifton, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clifton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Clifton, NJ area range in price from $1,200 to $14,600 with an overall median price of $5,963. The three Clifton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Garret Mountain at $1,500, Avondale at $1,500, and Downtown Clifton at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clifton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Garret Mountain | $2,700 | $1,500 | 18 |
Avondale | $2,950 | $1,500 | 11 |
Downtown Clifton | $3,000 | $1,700 | 15 |
Botany Section | $3,075 | $1,700 | 19 |
Botany Village | $3,075 | $1,700 | 19 |
Yantacaw | $3,375 | $1,500 | 13 |
Kingsland Manor | $3,500 | $1,700 | 9 |
Downtown Nutley | $3,875 | $1,500 | 9 |
Delawanna | $4,200 | $1,500 | 35 |
The Bindery | $4,200 | $1,800 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Clifton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clifton, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,350. Freedom Village Senior 55+ in the Stoney Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clifton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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324,339 and 431 Broadway | 324 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
Jasontown Apartments | Jasontown 1 BDRM First floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Martha Washington Apartments | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Styertowne Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Richfield Village Apartments | Studio 410 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
Foxhall Apartments | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Kent Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $0.22 price per square foot 44 Scoles Ave Model at 44 Scoles Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Passaic Park neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the 41 Chobot Ln Model at 41 Chobot Ln starting at $3,400 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Lakeview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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44 Scoles Ave, Unit 2 | 44 Scoles Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
41 Chobot Ln | 41 Chobot Ln | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
354 Highland Ave, Unit 2 second floor | 354 Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
66 Wood St, Unit 2 | 66 Wood St | 4BR,2BA | $1.70 |
710 Valley Rd, Unit 2 | 710 Valley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
466 Cortlandt St, Unit Unit 2 | 466 Cortlandt St | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
242 Union Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 242 Union Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
71 Carmer Ave, Unit 1A | 71 Carmer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
264 Union Ave, Unit 2 | 264 Union Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
77 MacArthur Ave, Unit 2 | 77 MacArthur Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Best Local Schools in Clifton, NJ
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Getting Around Clifton, NJ
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clifton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clifton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clifton is at 324,339 and 431 Broadway listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifton Apartment is $1,398 at Freedom Village Senior 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clifton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clifton is starting from $1,700 at 324,339 and 431 Broadway.
What is the most affordable Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.
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