The Courtyard at Clifton
1 Kowal St,
Clifton, NJ 07013
2 Beds | $2,750
Rental Market Trends in Clifton, NJ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Clifton, NJ is $2,084/month.
Rent in Clifton is 25% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,084/month
Average Rent
646 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
463
Available Apartments
Clifton rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Clifton average $1,817 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Clifton average $2,084 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Clifton average $2,450 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Clifton average $3,221 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Clifton, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $4 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Clifton, NJ
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
24%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
24%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
52%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Clifton?
Based on current rent prices, Allwood, Middle Village and Dutch Hill are the most affordable neighborhoods in Clifton.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Clifton?
Based on current rent prices, Athenia, Dutch Hill and Middle Village are the most expensive neighborhoods in Clifton.
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Which Clifton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Clifton with the most apartments available are Middle Village, Dutch Hill and Athenia .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Clifton, NJ?
Because the average rent in Clifton is $2,084, you’ll want to make about $6,946 per month or $83,352 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Clifton, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Clifton, NJ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Clifton Area GuideStudio
$1,402/month
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One Bedroom
$1,094/month
$2,005/month
Two Bedroom
$1,346/month
$2,079/month
Three Bedroom
$1,528/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Passaic
Avg Rent: $1,690/month
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Wallington
Avg Rent: $1,778/month
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Nutley
Avg Rent: $1,966/month
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Garfield
Avg Rent: $2,045/month
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Woodland Park
Avg Rent: $2,083/month
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Little Falls
Avg Rent: $2,238/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Clifton?
The average rent in Clifton is $2,084 per month, which is 25.2% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Clifton?
The average rent for a house in Clifton, NJ is $2,832 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Clifton?
The average rent for a townhome in Clifton, NJ is $3,206 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Clifton?
Rents in Clifton, NJ are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $4 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Clifton?
In Clifton, NJ, 52% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.