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property at 7 Ernest St

7 Ernest St

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property at 245 Passaic Ave

245 Passaic Ave

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property at 68 Cottage Pl

68 Cottage Pl

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property at 536 3rd Ave

536 3rd Ave

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property at 536 3rd Ave

536 3rd Ave

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property at 78 16th Ave

78 16th Ave

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property at 712 E 27th St

712 E 27th St

PatersonNJ07504

Clifton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clifton, NJ

Pricing Updated: 10/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Clifton, NJ area range in price from $1,100 to $6,200 with an overall median price of $3,057. The three Clifton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Radcliffe at $1,500, Garret Mountain at $1,650, and Downtown Nutley at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clifton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Radcliffe$2,335$1,50017
Garret Mountain$2,525$1,65017
Downtown Nutley$2,650$1,50043
Middle Village$2,700$1,25096
Kingsland Manor$2,800$1,75032
Yantacaw$2,800$1,50046
Athenia$2,837$1,25086
Albion$2,850$1,59548
Downtown Clifton$2,875$1,25030
Montclair Heights$2,875$1,59553

Cheapest Available Clifton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clifton, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,350. Freedom Village Senior 55+ in the Stoney Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clifton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
324,339 and 431 Broadway324 BroadwayStudio,1BA$1,350
Freedom Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,398
Jasontown ApartmentsJasontown 1 BDRM First floor1BR,1BA$1,500
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Styertowne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Richfield Village ApartmentsStudio 410Studio,1BA$1,645
Kent Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Village Manor1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ

As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $0.22 price per square foot 44 Scoles Ave Model at 44 Scoles Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Passaic Park neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the 163 Hayward Pl Model at 163 Hayward Pl, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 Scoles Ave, Unit 244 Scoles Ave2BR,1BA$0.22
163 Hayward Pl, Unit 1163 Hayward Pl2BR,1BA$0.21
354 Highland Ave, Unit 2 second floor354 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$1.20
66 Wood St, Unit 266 Wood St4BR,2BA$1.70
466 Cortlandt St, Unit Unit 2466 Cortlandt St3BR,1BA$1.43
104 Eastern Way, Unit Second Floor104 Eastern Way3BR,1BA$1.84
77 MacArthur Ave, Unit 277 MacArthur Ave3BR,1BA$1.67
71 Carmer Ave, Unit 1A71 Carmer Ave2BR,1BA$1.43
350 Ridge Rd, Unit 2350 Ridge Rd3BR,1BA$1.83
242 Union Ave, Unit FIRST FLOOR FRONT242 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clifton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clifton?

There are currently 1153 Apartments for Rent in Clifton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $16,000. There are also 148 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clifton ranging from $1,200 to $8,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clifton ranges from $1,200 to $8,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,071.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clifton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clifton range from $1,900 to $16,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $4,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,345.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.