Cheap Homes for Rent in the Athenia Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,600 (16 Rentals)

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property at 118 Sheridan Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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118 Sheridan Ave

CliftonNJ07011
property at 139 Ray St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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139 Ray St, Unit 2

139 Ray St
GarfieldNJ07026

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property at 21 Walnut St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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21 Walnut St

CliftonNJ07013
property at 685 Van Houten Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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685 Van Houten Ave

CliftonNJ07013

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Athenia, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athenia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Athenia area of Clifton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Richfield Village Apartments priced from $1,695. King Alfred Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Athenia apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,695
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Foxhall ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,825
Styertowne ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athenia, NJ

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athenia area is the $2.11 price per square foot 193 Banta Ave Model at 193 Banta Ave, Unit 2nd FL in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Athenia apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 58 Hamilton Ave starting at $3,275 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Athenia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
193 Banta Ave, Unit 2nd FL193 Banta Ave2BR,2BA$2.11
58 Hamilton Ave3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.38
Central Parker CrossingNew Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony2BR,2BA$2.32
76 6th Ave, Unit Apt 276 6th Ave2BR,1BA$2.09
213 Lakeview Ave, Unit #2213 Lakeview Ave2BR,1BA$2.40
46 Outwater Ln, Unit 146 Outwater Ln2BR,1BA$2.00
Van Houten Village 55+ Senior CommunityTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.35
77 Wesley St, Unit 2nd floor77 Wesley St1BR,1BA$1.94
231 Dayton Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.53
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43

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Athenia, Clifton, NJ

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Athenia

What type of rentals are currently available in Athenia?

There are currently 344 Apartments for Rent in Athenia, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $4,108. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athenia ranging from $1,600 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Athenia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Athenia ranges from $1,600 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,862.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Athenia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Athenia range from $2,300 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,250 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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