
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay, AL from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Center Pointe

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Clay Landings

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Clay, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $700 | $1,000 |
| Clay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $695 | $1,145 |
| Clay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $1,100 | $1,280 |
| Clay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,670 | $1,805 |
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Cheapest Available Clay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pointe in the Apple Valley neighborhood priced from $700. Summer Rise in the Apple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pointe | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Summer Rise | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Glenwood at Pinson | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Clay Landings | Renovated 2BR, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
| Magnolia Court | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay, AL
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay area is the $1.06 price per square foot Kings Landing Model at St James in the starting from $1,717. The second greatest value Clay apartment is the 2-Bedroom Townhome Apartments Model at Highland Park Townhome Apartments starting at $975 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Apple Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James | Kings Landing | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| Highland Park Townhome Apartments | 2-Bedroom Townhome Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| The Raintree Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Center Pointe | Platinum 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Clay Landings | Renovated 2BR, 1.5BA WDC | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Summer Rise | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Glenwood at Pinson | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Pointe | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Magnolia Court | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Apartment is $700 at The Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay is starting from $850 at Summer Rise.
What is the most affordable Clay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Rise and starts from $1,100.
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