
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clifton Neighborhood of Marblehead, MA from $1,500 (39 Rentals)
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5 Orchard Cir

1 Middle St

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128 Pleasant St, Unit 128 Pleasant St #2

128 Pleasant St

11 Vine St

31 Haley Rd

1 Mugford St

9 Maple Cir
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Marblehead Highlands

26 Summer St

Salem Highlands

233 Lafayette St

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8 Hersey St, Unit 3

8 Hersey St

44 Sculpin Way

123 Highland Ave, Unit 3

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Lore
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23-25 Bates Rd

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14 Glover St, Unit 2

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5 Ingalls Ter, Unit #1

5 Ingalls Terrace

322 Humphrey St

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Bell North Shore

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The Landing at Vinnin Square

11 Willow Ave

271 Jefferson Ave
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University Square South

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610 Humphrey St, Unit 1.

9 Station Rd

184 Ocean Ave W, Unit 1

327 Jefferson Ave

143 Canal St

University Square North

195 Jefferson Ave

272 Jefferson Ave
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295 Lynn Shore Dr

1002 Paradise Rd

1006 Paradise Rd
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 | $2,133 | $1,700 | $2,457 |
| Clifton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,850 | $2,965 |
| Clifton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $1,995 | $8,046 |
| Clifton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,716 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Clifton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 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. Lore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,447. 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 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $2,447 |
| Bell North Shore | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,501 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,507 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,675 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,169 |
| Vavel Apartments | A2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clifton, MA
As of May 27, 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 $3,169 with a $2.44 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 | $2.44 |
| 14 Glover St, Unit 2 | 14 Glover St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Bell North Shore | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 5 Ingalls Ter, Unit #1 | 5 Ingalls Ter | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Lore | ST1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.58 |
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 $1,975 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.
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