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Downtown Clifton, Clifton, NJ Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clifton area is the $2.61 price per square foot River Edge C Model at River Edge at Garfield in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Downtown Clifton apartment is the 1 Center St Model at 1 Center St, Unit 201 starting at $3,250 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Clifton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Edge at GarfieldRiver Edge C2BR,2BA$2.61
1 Center St, Unit 2011 Center St2BR,2BA$3.09
South Street Lofts505 Loft1BR,1.5BA$2.39
1022 Main Street4072BR,1BA$2.45
The Landings at Riverwalk1 Bed 1 Bath + Den1BR,1BA$2.51
The Grande Saddle Brook1-BR Apartment1BR,1BA$2.83
1090 Main StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
442-446 Monroe St.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.47
Skyline Square LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.87
Meridia Garfield 848A21BR,1BA$3.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Clifton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Clifton?

There are currently 144 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clifton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $3,867. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Clifton ranging from $1,850 to $3,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Clifton ranges from $1,850 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,458.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.