
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, NE (27 Rentals)


Elm 26 Apartments

North Creek Apartments

Element 30 Apartments

Legacy 34

Talon Apartments
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The Sterling Apartments at Grand Island

Old Walnut

LongLeaf Apartments

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1067 Claude Rd

The Crystal on C Ave

Grandview Apartments

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535 Flats

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Clay Center, NE 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 | $1,147 | $745 | $1,575 |
Clay Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $800 | $2,070 |
| Clay Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $800 | $2,545 |
| Clay Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $955 | $1,900 |
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Largest Available Clay Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clay Center, NE is found at Element 30 Apartments and is 1,171 square feet priced from $1,799. HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 943 square feet and currently listed start at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Clay Center:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element 30 Apartments | Montclair Townhome | 1,171 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
| HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT | Denali | 943 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Legacy 34 | Abbott | 903 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| Talon Apartments | The Shelby | 841 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
| Flats at 5th | Sunset | 775 Sq Ft | $1,145 |
| Elm 26 Apartments | Rosalie | 775 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| North Creek Apartments | The Rosalie | 775 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
| The Sterling Apartments at Grand Island | Durham | 688 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| Old Walnut | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 612 Sq Ft | $845 |
Cheapest Available Clay Center and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clay Center, NE is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $845 at Old Walnut . The second most affordable Clay Center 1 Bedroom is the Cascade Model at HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT starting at $995 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Clay Center is currently $1,280. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Clay Center:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Old Walnut | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $845 |
| HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT | Cascade | $995 |
| Talon Apartments | The Phillips (Lakeside) | $1,049 |
| Legacy 34 | Morgan | $1,100 |
| Flats at 5th | Sunset | $1,145 |
| North Creek Apartments | The Bennet | $1,150 |
| The Sterling Apartments at Grand Island | Durham | $1,225 |
| Elm 26 Apartments | Ashby | $1,295 |
| Element 30 Apartments | Edison | $1,395 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Clay Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Clay Center with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Clay Center is at Old Walnut listed at $845.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Clay Center Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Clay Center is $1,280.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Clay Center Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Clay Center is a 1,171 square feet unit starting from $1,799 at Element 30 Apartments.
What is the average size for Clay Center 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Clay Center is currently 646 sq ft.
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