
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifton Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA from $700 (38 Rentals)
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11 Vine St

128 Pleasant St

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128 Pleasant St, Unit 128 Pleasant St #2

Marblehead Highlands

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52 Lawrence St, Unit 3rd Floor

Salem Highlands

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8 Loring Ave, Unit 1

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8 Hersey St, Unit 3
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8 Hersey St

233 Lafayette St, Unit 22

233 Lafayette St, Unit 24

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5 Adams St, Unit 1

233 Lafayette St

University Square South

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98 Leach St, Unit 3

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Lore

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8 Arthur St, Unit 1
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271 Jefferson Ave

4 Horton St

233 Lafayette St, Unit 5

266 Canal St, Unit 2410

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The Landing at Vinnin Square

233 Lafayette St, Unit 1

8 Glendale St

670 Humphrey St

4 Blaney St
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17 Green St

184 Ocean Ave W, Unit 1

327 Jefferson Ave

143 Canal St

278 Lafayette St

University Square North

402 Paradise Rd

Bell North Shore

195 Jefferson Ave
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1002 Paradise Rd

327 Lafayette St
Clifton, Marblehead, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clifton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Studio Apartments | $2,162 | $1,700 | $2,443 |
| Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,539 | $1,975 | $2,812 |
| Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,198 | $1,995 | $6,573 |
| Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,839 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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. 278 Lafayette St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. 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 |
| 278 Lafayette St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,433 |
| Bell North Shore | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,496 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,588 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, MA
As of July 12, 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 $3,294 with a $2.53 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 | $2.53 |
| 98 Leach St, Unit 3 | 98 Leach St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Bell North Shore | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 128 Pleasant St, Unit 128 Pleasant St #2 | 128 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 8 Hersey St, Unit 3 | 8 Hersey St | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleClifton, Marblehead, MA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,900 at 278 Lafayette St.
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 Bell North Shore and starts from $4,430.
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