Clifton City Property Records in New Jersey
Clifton property records document ownership, transfers, assessed values, taxes, liens, mortgages, and parcel details for real estate in Clifton, New Jersey. Users can access legal property records through The City of Clifton Tax Assessor’s Office for assessment data, tax maps, parcel information, and ownership details; The City of Clifton Tax Collector’s Office for property tax billing and payment information; and The Passaic County Clerk’s Office for recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and other land instruments. Assessment appeals and county tax records may be available through The Passaic County Board of Taxation. For court-related matters such as foreclosures, judgments, or disputes affecting title, users can search records through The New Jersey Courts. Estate-related property transfers may also involve The Passaic County Surrogate’s Court.
Clifton Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section shows reported crime in Clifton, split into violent crimes and property crimes. The violent crime figures include 1 murder, 40 robberies, and 99 assaults.
The property crime figures cover 2,036 property crimes, including 275 burglaries and 208 motor vehicle thefts. Placing these counts side by side lets readers compare how often each type of offense was reported in the city.
Because these are reported incidents, the numbers show what was recorded in the data rather than every crime that occurred. They help readers understand the mix of violent and property crime in Clifton, but the counts alone do not show trends over time.
What Is the Population Profile of Clifton
Clifton's racial and ethnic composition is led by White residents, who make up 46% of the population (41,249 people). Hispanic residents are the second-largest group at 39% (35,128 people), followed by Asian residents at 8% (6,854 people). The data also includes Black residents at 4% (3,268 people), Two + Races at 3% (2,363 people), Other Race at 0.42% (374 people), Pacific Islander at 0.01% (11 people), and American Indian at 0% (0 people).
Clifton, Ratings Compared Across New Jersey 
Clifton's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Nightlife (A+), Access to Coffee Shops (A+), and Health & Fitness (A). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (B), Jobs (C+), and Housing (C-). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Clifton
Clifton's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (31%), Bachelor Degree (24%), and Some College (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Clifton's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (40%), followed by Before 1939 (30%) and 1960 - 1979 (15%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Clifton's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (33%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (33%) and 1 Bedroom (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Clifton's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (18%), 55 - 64 (15%), and 25 - 34 (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Clifton
Clifton's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $444,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,658 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Clifton's dynamic real estate landscape.