Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,200 (24 Rentals)

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231 Dayton Ave
$1,900 - $2,300
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

231 Dayton Ave

231 Dayton AveClifton, NJ 07011
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Colonial Residence
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

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470 Piaget AveClifton, NJ 07011
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26 Foster Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

26 Foster Street

26 Foster StClifton, NJ 07011
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126 Center St
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

126 Center St

126 Center StClifton, NJ 07011

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$2,000

2 Bedroom Rentals

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16 Cutler St

CliftonNJ07011

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Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

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 $1,578. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ralson ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,578
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
231 Dayton Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
241 Crooks Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,900
Clifton & CoS01Studio,1BA$2,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $2.54 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at 196 Dayton Ave in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony Model at Central Parker Crossing starting at $2,950 with a $2.32 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
196 Dayton Ave3 bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.54
Central Parker CrossingNew Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony2BR,2BA$2.32
20 Michigan Ave, Unit 120 Michigan Ave3BR,1BA$2.25
249 Monroe St, Unit 249 Monroe St249 Monroe St2BR,1BA$2.78
231 Dayton Ave3 bedroom3BR,1BA$2.88
Maple Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.13
241 Crooks Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Ralson ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$2.38
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.13
Clifton & CoS01Studio ,1BA$3.83

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ

Ranked #12

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

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2.5
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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 $1,578 at Ralson 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 $2,250 at Botany Gardens.

What is the most affordable Downtown Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 231 Dayton Ave and starts from $2,300.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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