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Clay Center, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clay Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay Center, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Liberty Campus priced from $700. Kearney Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$700
Kearney Apartment HomesStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$845
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$955
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTTetonStudio,1BA$965
Autumn Park ApartmentsUnit 2.1C2BR,1BA$1,005

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, NE and Nearby

As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay Center area is the $1.16 price per square foot The Ventura Model at Pioneer Trail Flats in the starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Clay Center apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Residences at Oak Pointe starting at $1,199 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Ventura2BR,2BA$1.16
Residences at Oak Pointe2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.09
832 Flats2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.92
The Sterling Apartments at Grand IslandWakefield2BR,2BA$1.56
Autumn Park ApartmentsUnit 2.1C2BR,1BA$1.06
The Residences at Liberty Campus2/12BR,1BA$1.13
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.28
511 N Platte Ave, Unit 1A511 N Platte Ave2BR,1BA$1.28
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTTetonStudio ,1BA$1.68

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Getting Around Clay Center, NE

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clay Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clay Center is at Kearney Apartment Homes listed at $845.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment is $700 at The Residences at Liberty Campus.

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 $1,000 at The Residences at Liberty Campus.

What is the most affordable Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $955.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.

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