
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,275 (32 Rentals)
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80 Union Ave

Jefferson Gardens

14 Bergen Ave

141 Mahar Ave

Sylvan Arms

5 Sewall Ave, Unit B3

Highland Terrace
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103 Sylvan Ave

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159 Hamilton Ave, Unit Clifton Apartment

Colonial Residence

26 Foster Street

126 Center St

118 Lake Ave

256 E 7th St

231 Dayton Ave
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152 Ackerman Ave

56 Hobart Pl

16 Harrison Pl

293 Burgess Pl

256 Ackerman Ave

118 Sheridan Ave

10 Mahar Ave

Ralson Apartments
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River Edge at Garfield

273 Oak St

22 Michigan Ave

179 Columbia Ave

122-124 Buffalo Ave

Lexington Garden Apartments

238 Sherman St

122 Buffalo 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 | $2,110 | $1,950 | $2,271 |
| Downtown Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,695 | $3,080 |
| Downtown Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $1,800 | $3,956 |
| Downtown Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $2,100 | $3,805 |
| Downtown Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,187 | $2,900 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Clifton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Clifton area of Clifton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lexington Garden Apartments priced from $1,799. Clifton & Co has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,103. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clifton apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Garden Apartments | 1 Bdrm - (Ocean City) 612sq | 1BR, 1BA | $1,799 |
| Clifton & Co | S01 | Studio, 1BA | $2,103 |
| Meridia Garfield 848 | F | 1BR, 1BA | $2,200 |
| River Edge at Garfield | River Edge C | 2BR, 2BA | $2,850 |
| 196 Dayton Ave | 2 Bed 2 bath | 2BR, 2BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $2.93 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at 196 Dayton Ave in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,805. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the River Edge C Model at River Edge at Garfield in the Lakeview neighborhood starting at $2,850 with a $2.61 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 196 Dayton Ave | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR, 2BA | $2.93 |
| River Edge at Garfield | River Edge C | 2BR, 2BA | $2.61 |
| 159 Hamilton Ave, Unit Clifton Apartment | 159 Hamilton Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| 26 Caroline Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 26 Caroline Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $3.07 |
| 116 Van Riper Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 116 Van Riper Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $3.33 |
| Meridia Garfield 848 | A | 1BR, 1BA | $3.48 |
| Lexington Garden Apartments | 1 Bdrm - (Ocean City) 612sq | 1BR, 1BA | $2.94 |
| Clifton & Co | S01 | Studio, 1BA | $3.67 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clifton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Clifton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Clifton Apartment is $1,799 at Lexington Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Clifton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Clifton is starting from $2,850 at River Edge at Garfield.
What is the most affordable Downtown Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 196 Dayton Ave and starts from $3,805.
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