
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifton Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA from $1,500 (35 Rentals)
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9 State St

59 Commercial St

118 Pleasant St

5 Prospect St

50 Rowland St

Marblehead Highlands

Salem Highlands
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1 Hazel St

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15 Hancock St, Unit 3

6 St Paul St

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Lore

271 Jefferson Ave

315 Lafayette St

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98 Leach St, Unit 3

4 Horton St
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664 Humphrey St

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The Landing at Vinnin Square

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100 Loring Ave, Unit 2

8 Glendale St

21 Hazel St

14 Forest Ave

14 Wheatland St
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101 Ocean Ave

327 Jefferson Ave

143 Canal St

233 Lafayette St

278 Lafayette St

University Square North

245 Lafayette St

231 Lafayette St
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Bell North Shore

17 Forest Ave

1006 Paradise Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Studio Apartments | $2,028 | $1,650 | $2,337 |
| Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,975 | $2,966 |
| Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $2,150 | $4,100 |
| Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $2,500 | $4,930 |
| Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clifton Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA.
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Cheapest Available Clifton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clifton area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands priced from $1,700. University Square North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Clifton apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,322 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,594 |
| Bell North Shore | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,596 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,029 |
| Vavel Apartments | A6 | 2BR,2BA | $3,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, MA
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clifton area is the $2.75 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Clifton apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $3,029 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 100 Loring Ave, Unit 2 | 100 Loring Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 98 Leach St, Unit 3 | 98 Leach St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Bell North Shore | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.47 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clifton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clifton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clifton is at Salem Highlands listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clifton Apartment is $1,975 at Salem Highlands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clifton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clifton is starting from $2,400 at Salem Highlands.
What is the most affordable Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clifton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Landing at Vinnin Square and starts from $4,849.
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