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324,339 and 431 Broadway
324 BroadwayPaterson, NJ 07501
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Freedom Village Senior 55+
69 Straight StPaterson, NJ 07501
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482 Thomas Ave, Unit #2
482 Thomas AveLyndhurst, NJ 07071
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103 Belmont Ave
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126 US Highway 46Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
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242 Westminster Pl
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The Towers at Passaic Park
215 Passaic AvePassaic, NJ 07055
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King Alfred Apartments
85 Pennington AvePassaic, NJ 07055
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769 11th StPaterson, NJ 07514
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424 River DrGarfield, NJ 07026
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39 4th StNorth Arlington, NJ 07031
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Clifton, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clifton Studio Apartments | $2,031 | $1,275 | $3,469 |
| Cheap Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $1,200 | $5,968 |
| Cheap Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,099 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $2,000 | $6,570 |
| Cheap Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,812 | $2,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clifton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Clifton, NJ area range in price from $1,200 to $10,982 with an overall median price of $4,663. The three Clifton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Garret Mountain at $1,275, Downtown Clifton at $1,400, and The Bindery at $1,500. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garret Mountain | $2,750 | $1,275 | 41 |
| Downtown Clifton | $2,800 | $1,400 | 63 |
| The Bindery | $3,300 | $1,500 | 106 |
| Albion | $3,400 | $1,200 | 98 |
| Delawanna | $3,400 | $1,500 | 169 |
| Middle Village | $3,400 | $1,200 | 116 |
| Avondale | $3,600 | $1,694 | 89 |
| Downtown Nutley | $3,800 | $1,699 | 58 |
| Yantacaw | $3,800 | $1,699 | 55 |
| Botany Section | $4,400 | $1,275 | 89 |
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 $1,150. 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 | 339 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Martha Washington Apartments | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Richfield Village Apartments | Studio 410 | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
| 42-52 Essex St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Park West Gardens | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| King Alfred Apartments | Large kitchen One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $0.23 price per square foot 318 21st Ave Model at 318 21st Ave, Unit 304 in the in the Stoney Road neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the 22 John St Model at 22 John St, Unit 22 John street #2 starting at $2,200 with a $0.98 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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| 318 21st Ave, Unit 304 | 318 21st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 22 John St, Unit 22 John street #2 | 22 John St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 111 Mercer St, Unit 1 | 111 Mercer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 104 Eastern Way, Unit Second Floor | 104 Eastern Way | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 102 Halstead Ave, Unit 1 | 102 Halstead Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 274 Getty Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 274 Getty Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 12 Johnson Ave, Unit 12 Johnson av | 12 Johnson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 38 Lanza Ave, Unit 1 | 38 Lanza Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS | A6- 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 33 Washington Ave, Unit 2 | 33 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (1189)
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clifton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clifton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clifton is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clifton?
The cheapest apartment in Clifton is Freedom Village Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,398, while the average apartment in Clifton costs $4,663.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clifton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 41 regular apartments in Clifton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clifton?
Cheap apartments in Clifton have an average cost of $476 which is $4,187 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clifton.
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