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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,300 (23 Rentals)
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29 Kenyon St, Unit 2nd floor rear, Unit 2nd floor rear
29 Kenyon StClifton, NJ 07013
80 Union Ave
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$1,800 - $2,4001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Jefferson Gardens
90 Marilyn PlClifton, NJ 07011
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Sylvan Arms
41 Sylvan AveClifton, NJ 07011
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Highland Terrace
51 3rd StClifton, NJ 07011
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114 Center St
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26 Foster Street
26 Foster StClifton, NJ 07011
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126 Center St
126 Center StClifton, NJ 07011
838 Paulison Ave
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838 Paulison Ave
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16 Cutler St
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$1,6371 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ralson Apartments
272 Lakeview AvePaterson, NJ 07503
962 Main Ave
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1131 Main St
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River Edge at Garfield
400-600 Autumn LnGarfield, NJ 07026
18 Eagle Ave
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356 Sherman St
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Lexington Garden Apartments
240-262 Harrison StPassaic, NJ 07055
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119 Buffalo Ave
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238 Sherman St
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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 | $2,098 | $1,950 | $2,187 |
| Downtown Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,500 | $3,022 |
| Downtown Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,591 | $1,850 | $3,524 |
| Downtown Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $2,300 | $2,850 |
| Downtown Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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 Ralson Apartments priced from $1,637. Jefferson Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clifton apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ralson Apartments | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,637 |
| Jefferson Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Clifton & Co | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,159 |
| River Edge at Garfield | River Edge D | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Botany Gardens | 205 | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $2.32 price per square foot New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony Model at Central Parker Crossing in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the 30 Arthur St Model at 30 Arthur St starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Lakeview neighborhood. 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. |
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| Central Parker Crossing | New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| 30 Arthur St | 30 Arthur St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| River Edge at Garfield | River Edge D | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 397 Clifton Ave, Unit 3 | 397 Clifton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Ralson Apartments | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 29 Kenyon St, Unit 2nd floor rear | 29 Kenyon St | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Jefferson Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Clifton & Co | S01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clifton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Clifton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Clifton is Ralson Apartments which is listed at $1,637, while the average apartment in Downtown Clifton costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 15 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Clifton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Clifton have an average cost of $924 which is $2,576 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Clifton.
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