
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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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 |
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Downtown Clifton Studio Apartments | $1,965 | $1,850 | $2,080 |
Downtown Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,250 | $2,350 |
Downtown Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,600 | $3,500 |
Downtown Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $2,500 | $3,300 |
Downtown Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $2,445 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 8 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 Studio unit found at Meridia Garfield 848 priced from $1,995. River Edge at Garfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clifton apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Meridia Garfield 848 | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
River Edge at Garfield | River Edge A | 2BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Central Parker Crossing | New Construction 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $1.20 price per square foot 354 Highland Ave Model at 354 Highland Ave, Unit 2 second floor in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony Model at Central Parker Crossing starting at $3,100 with a $2.44 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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354 Highland Ave, Unit 2 second floor | 354 Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Central Parker Crossing | New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
River Edge at Garfield | River Edge A | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
28 2nd St, Unit 1 | 28 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
104 Hadley Ave, Unit 2 | 104 Hadley Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Meridia Garfield 848 | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
102 Lanza Ave, Unit 2 | 102 Lanza Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clifton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Clifton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Clifton is at Meridia Garfield 848 listed at $1,995.
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 $2,900 at River Edge at Garfield.
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