Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,700 (6 Rentals)

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1007 Unicorn Way, Unit 2

1007 Unicorn Way
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 Jefferson Gardens priced from $1,800. Meridia Garfield 848 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clifton apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Meridia Garfield 848Studio DStudio,1BA$1,995
Clifton & CoS01Studio,1BA$2,141

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ

As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $1.53 price per square foot 17 Martha Ave Model at 17 Martha Ave, Unit B in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,300. 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.
17 Martha Ave, Unit B17 Martha Ave2BR,1BA$1.53
Central Parker CrossingNew Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony2BR,2BA$2.32
71 Miles St, Unit 1 st FLOOR71 Miles St3BR,2BA$2.92
River Edge at GarfieldRiver Edge C2BR,2BA$2.61
Jefferson Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.13
Clifton & CoS01Studio ,1BA$3.74
Meridia Garfield 848Studio DStudio ,1BA$3.80

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ

Ranked #11

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 Downtown Clifton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Clifton?

There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $3,795. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Clifton ranging from $1,700 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Clifton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Clifton ranges from $1,700 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,475.

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