
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, KS from $400 (40 Rentals)
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314 W Court St, Unit 5105, Unit 5105

635-6355 Court St

514 14th St

813 Lincoln Ave

Ashton Place

Coronado Park & Heights

Winston Place - 3108 Winston Place
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University Gardens - 910 Garden Way

The Bluffs (KS)

Hickory Hills Residences

Plaza West Apartments

Heritage Ridge Apartments

Geary Estates Apartments

Country Meadow Residences

Quinton Point Apartments
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Hunters Ridge

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Eagle Landing

The District at Manhattan

Sandstone Apartments

Maplewind

Park Place Apartments
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401 1/2 N Jackson St

2324 Kraig Rd

1815 N Madison St

228 W Chestnut St

211 E 7th St

3124, 3128, 3132 Lundin Drive

1623 Cedar St

220 W 9th St
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715 Allison Ave

1320 S Jackson St

1324 S Jackson St

11 Lincoln Cir

226 E 6th

822 Windwood Dr

1401 N Eisenhower Dr

516 Jerry Dr
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Clay Center, KS Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Center Studio Apartments | $732 | $715 | $750 |
| Clay Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $894 | $579 | $1,601 |
| Clay Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $610 | $1,882 |
| Clay Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $875 | $2,352 |
| Clay Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $455 | $3,252 |
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Cheapest Available Clay Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay Center, KS is a 2 Beds unit found at Hickory Hills Residences priced from $757. Plaza West Apartments in the Aggieville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Hills Residences | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $757 |
| Plaza West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Heritage Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Geary Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Bluffs (KS) | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Coronado Park & Heights | 2 Bedroom with W/D hookups | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Country Meadow Residences | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Quinton Point Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, KS and Nearby
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay Center area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Stone Pointe Apartments in the starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Clay Center apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Landing starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Eagle Landing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| Maplewind | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Hickory Hills Residences | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Quinton Point Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Geary Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Country Meadow Residences | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Coronado Park & Heights | 2 Bedroom with W/D hookups | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| The Quarters Manhattan | B - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| 330 W Court St | 330 W Court St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment is $770 at Plaza West Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay Center is starting from $757 at Hickory Hills Residences.
What is the most affordable Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hickory Hills Residences and starts from $875.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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