Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Clifton Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $2,000 (6 Rentals)

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Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Clifton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Clifton Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Meridia Garfield 848Studio AStudio,1BA$1,930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $1.38 price per square foot 127 Knapp Ave Model at 127 Knapp Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the 34 Vernon Ave Model at 34 Vernon Ave, Unit #2 starting at $3,200 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Maple Valley 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.
127 Knapp Ave, Unit 2127 Knapp Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
34 Vernon Ave, Unit #234 Vernon Ave4BR,1BA$1.78
16 Van Cleve Ave, Unit 116 Van Cleve Ave3BR,1BA$2.41
63 Hamilton Ave, Unit 263 Hamilton Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
3 Larson Ct, Unit 63 Larson Ct3BR,1BA$2.70
42 Lanza Ave, Unit 242 Lanza Ave2BR,1BA$2.56
114 Barkley Ave, Unit Flr 2114 Barkley Ave1BR,1BA$3.08
Meridia Garfield 848Studio BStudio ,1BA$3.63
The Clifton Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Clifton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Clifton?

There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $3,400. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Clifton ranging from $2,000 to $3,600.

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 $2,000 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,898.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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