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CliftonNJ07013
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Styertowne Apartments
5 Market StClifton, NJ 07012
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Martha Washington Apartments
1401 Van Houten AveClifton, NJ 07013
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Richfield Village Apartments
168A Richfield TerClifton, NJ 07012
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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
8 Chadwick St
PatersonNJ07503
133 Monroe St
GarfieldNJ07026
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$1,450 - $1,5001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
Mount Pleasant Village Apartments
211 Alden StWallington, NJ 07057
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Jasontown Apartments
1 Stevens RdWallington, NJ 07057
20 Washington Ave
NutleyNJ07110
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Jasontown II
3400 Nelkin DrWallington, NJ 07057
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$1,5501 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 15, 2026
613 E 22nd St, Unit 2
613 E 22nd StPaterson, NJ 07514
173 Sherman Ave
PatersonNJ07502
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9 Manchester Ave, Unit 1 Maria
9 Manchester AvePaterson, NJ 07502
40 Quincy St
PassaicNJ07055
355 Madison St
PassaicNJ07055
383 12th Ave
PatersonNJ07514
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58 Ettrick Ter
58 Ettrick TerRutherford, NJ 07070
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King Alfred Apartments
85 Pennington AvePassaic, NJ 07055
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Foxhall Apartments
77 Brook AvePassaic, NJ 07055
425 Ridge Rd
North ArlingtonNJ07031
16-18 N 4th St
PatersonNJ07522
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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 | $2,067 | $1,450 | $2,639 |
| Cheap Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,398 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,927 | $1,400 | $9,726 |
| Cheap Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,421 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,814 | $2,400 | $6,500 |
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Clifton, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clifton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Clifton, NJ area range in price from $1,400 to $9,726 with an overall median price of $3,370. The three Clifton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Garret Mountain at $1,400, Albion at $1,400, and Athenia 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 | $2,700 | $1,400 | 19 |
| Albion | $2,850 | $1,400 | 46 |
| Athenia | $3,000 | $1,500 | 75 |
| Downtown Clifton | $3,000 | $1,500 | 34 |
| Middle Village | $3,000 | $1,400 | 93 |
| Rosemawr | $3,000 | $1,550 | 64 |
| Dutch Hill | $3,200 | $1,450 | 108 |
| Maple Valley | $3,200 | $1,500 | 42 |
| Montclair Heights | $3,200 | $1,565 | 42 |
| Delawanna | $3,247 | $1,450 | 175 |
Cheapest Available Clifton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Clifton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Freedom Village Senior 55+ in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,398. Martha Washington Apartments in the Maple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clifton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| Martha Washington Apartments | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Clifton Manor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Richfield Village Apartments | Studio 410 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Kent Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Copper Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $0.19 price per square foot 318 21st Ave Model at 318 21st Ave, Unit 304 in the in the Stoney Road neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the 44 Scoles Ave Model at 44 Scoles Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Passaic Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 318 21st Ave, Unit 304 | 318 21st Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 44 Scoles Ave, Unit 2 | 44 Scoles Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 144 Midland Ave, Unit 1 | 144 Midland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 354 Highland Ave, Unit 3 second floor | 354 Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 66 Wood St, Unit 2 | 66 Wood St | 4BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 242 Union Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 242 Union Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 264 Union Ave, Unit 2 | 264 Union Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 50 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 3 | 50 Stuyvesant Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 9 Manchester Ave, Unit 1 Maria | 9 Manchester Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 266 E 54th St, Unit House | 266 E 54th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Best Local Schools in Clifton, NJ
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Clifton Public School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1189)
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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
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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 $1,795.
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 $3,370.
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 25 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 $801 which is $2,569 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clifton.
Expert Rental Resources
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