Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay, CA from $1,200 (31 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgestone Apartments

8180 Center PkySacramento, CA 95823
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Artisan 8282

8282 Calvine RdSacramento, CA 95828
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Clay, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clay Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Verandas Senior Apartments in the Serenade neighborhood priced from $1,215. Stonegate Apartments in the Parkway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Verandas Senior ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,215
Stonegate ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,240
Garfield Manor1 Bd/1 Ba D1BR,1BA$1,269
Crossing at WyndhamStudio EnhancedStudio,1BA$1,315
New Hope Senior Village Apartments 62 years+1x11BR,1BA$1,334
Cedar Ridge Apartments598 SF1BR,1BA$1,459
California Place Apartments1x1 A1BR,1BA$1,470
Aspen Park Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,489
Juniper1b1BR,1BA$1,499
Carmel Pointe1x11BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay, CA and Nearby

As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay area is the $2.12 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Sunridge in the in the Laureate At Anatolia neighborhood starting from $3,249. The second greatest value Clay apartment is the 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms A Model at Lake Point starting at $2,495 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Serenade neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon SunridgePlan 13BR,2.5BA$2.12
Lake Point2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms A2BR,2BA$2.18
Parkside ApartmentsThe Willow2BR,2BA$2.10
Sunflorin VillageSheffield2BR,1BA$2.02
315 S Crescent Ave2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
River's Edge ApartmentsThe Brook2BR,2BA$2.00
306 S Church St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.00
College Grove Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.13
New Hope Senior Village Apartments 62 years+1x11BR,1BA$2.16
The Verandas Senior ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Clay, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $1,215 at The Verandas Senior Apartments.

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 $1,452 at The Verandas Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Clay Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Juniper and starts from $2,200.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.