
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richfield Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
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Martha Washington Apartments

Richfield Village Apartments

80 Union Ave

Jefferson Gardens

14 Bergen Ave

Styertowne Apartments

Sylvan Arms

Highland Terrace
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The Courtyard at Clifton

Country Club Towers I and II

103 Sylvan Ave

83 Rollins Ave

Colonial Residence

26 Foster Street

Garrett Village

126 Center St
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118 Sheridan Ave

John and Anna Vreeland House Apartments

256 E 7th St

21 Walnut St

121 Grove St

57 Henry St

285 Aycrigg Ave, Unit 285 Aycrigg Ave APT 20C

875 Main Ave, Unit 1

273 Oak St
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1283 Valley 7 Vly

Great Notch Village

285 Aycrigg Ave

417 Boulevard

442-446 Monroe St.

Aycrigg Manor

1283 Valley Rd, Unit 7

238 Sherman St

94 Grant St
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Richfield, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield Studio Apartments | $2,032 | $1,695 | $2,400 |
| Richfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,405 | $1,500 | $3,330 |
| Richfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $1,800 | $7,936 |
| Richfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $2,300 | $3,625 |
| Richfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Richfield Neighborhood of Clifton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Richfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richfield area of Clifton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Richfield Village Apartments priced from $1,695. Jefferson Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Richfield apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richfield Village Apartments | Studio 410 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Jefferson Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Styertowne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Country Club Towers I and II | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Clifton & Co | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,031 |
| The Towers at Passaic Park | 521-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Gordonhurst Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 68 Hammond Ave | Junot | 3BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Van Houten Village 55+ Senior Community | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richfield, NJ
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richfield area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2 bed + Model at 232 Gregory Ave in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Richfield apartment is the 76 6th Ave Model at 76 6th Ave, Unit Apt 2 starting at $2,300 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 232 Gregory Ave | 2 bed + | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.92 |
| 76 6th Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 76 6th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 213 Lakeview Ave, Unit #2 | 213 Lakeview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Van Houten Village 55+ Senior Community | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.35 |
| 68 Hammond Ave | Junot | 3BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 580 Gregory Ave, Unit 1 | 580 Gregory Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| The Towers at Passaic Park | 521-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Maple Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Gordonhurst Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Jefferson Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Richfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Richfield is under $2,345.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richfield?
The cheapest apartment in Richfield is Jefferson Gardens which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Richfield costs $6,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richfield?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 35 regular apartments in Richfield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Richfield?
Cheap apartments in Richfield have an average cost of $936 which is $5,539 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richfield.
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