// STATEN ISLAND
Clifton
North shore neighborhood adjacent to Stapleton with a diverse immigrant community, affordable rents, and ferry proximity, making it one of the more accessible Staten Island communities for commuters.
// HPD / 311 / DOB DATA
Clifton Building Violation Profile
Pulled from 311 complaint density, HPD violation patterns, and building age data. Use this to set expectations before you sign or hire.
Based on 311 pest complaint density and HPD pest-related violation history.
HPD heat & hot water violation frequency during heating season (Oct–May).
Predominantly 1920s-1960s two-family homes and small apartment buildings
Most common HPD issues in Clifton
Clifton generates moderate HPD complaint volumes by Staten Island standards -- older rental stock and a higher proportion of multi-family buildings than typical Staten Island neighborhoods elevate complaint rates.
Clifton rental apartments should be checked for heat complaints and pest history -- the older housing stock has more maintenance vulnerabilities than other Staten Island neighborhoods. HPD building profile check is recommended.
// 17 SERVICES AVAILABLE
Services in Clifton
Each service page is tailored to Clifton’s building stock and common violation patterns.
Violation-Linked Repairs
For when Clifton buildings already have open violations
Pre-Lease & Investigation
Audit a Clifton building before you commit
Move-In Essentials
For after you’ve checked the building
// LOCAL CONTEXT
Building Stock & Character
Two-family homes, small apartment buildings, some single-family homes
Diverse immigrant community, affordable, north shore, ferry commuter location
Staten Island Railway (Clifton), S51/S76/S78 buses
Limited retail variety, some crime, older building stock
// FAQ
Clifton Renter FAQs
What are the most common building violations in Clifton?
What is the pest risk in Clifton?
What should renters know before signing a lease in Clifton?
How old are the buildings in Clifton?
How bad are heat complaints in Clifton?
// STATEN ISLAND