
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ (188 Rentals)


Jefferson Gardens

Highland Terrace

Sylvan Arms

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159 Hamilton Ave, Unit Clifton Apartment

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26 Caroline Ave, Unit 1st Floor

5 Sewall Ave, Unit B3

20 Arthur St, Unit apt 6

74 Christie Ave

26 Prescott Ave
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420 Lakeview Ave

673 Clifton Ave

103 Sylvan Ave

80 Union Ave

14 Bergen Ave

120 Center St

204 DeMott Ave

141 Mahar Ave

186 Christie Ave

115 Van Riper Ave
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56 Seger Ave

256 E 7th St

91 Arthur St

73 Curie Ave

10 Mahar Ave

118 Lake Ave

111 W 2nd St

26 Prescott Ave, Unit 2

33 Franklin Ave

86 Curie Ave, Unit 2
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152 Ackerman Ave

56 Hobart Pl

118 Sheridan Ave

673 Clifton Ave

158 Knapp Ave

256 Ackerman Ave

196 Dayton Ave

Meridia Garfield 848

River Edge at Garfield

Ralson Apartments
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71 Kipp Ave, Unit 71 Kipp

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38 Cottage Pl, Unit 2

246 Summer St, Unit 2

795 Main Ave

10 Garden Dr

19 Burgess Pl

17 Banta Ave

179 Columbia Ave

273 Oak St

193-195 Knickerbocker Ave
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Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Clifton Studio Apartments | $2,051 | $1,950 | $2,102 |
| Downtown Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,700 | $3,062 |
| Downtown Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $1,800 | $3,956 |
| Downtown Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $2,100 | $3,805 |
| Downtown Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,187 | $2,900 | $3,600 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,238 | $1,950 | $3,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,900 | $2,300 | $3,200 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,050 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Clifton, Clifton, NJ
Ranked #12
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Clifton
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Clifton area of Clifton, NJ?
As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 188 available Downtown Clifton apartments priced from $1,700 to $3,956, with an average monthly rent of $2,631.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Clifton Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Clifton ranges from $1,700 to $3,062 with an average monthly rent of $2,422.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Clifton cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Clifton range from $1,800 to $3,956. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,774.
How expensive are Downtown Clifton Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 21 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Clifton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,100 to $3,805 - averaging $2,688 for the location.
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