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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1724 3rd Ave

KearneyNE68845
property at 123 N Locust St

$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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123 N Locust St, Unit 601

123 N Locust St
Grand IslandNE68801

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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 Studio unit found at Old Walnut priced from $745. Crete Senior Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Old WalnutStudioStudio,1BA$745
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTTetonStudio,1BA$965

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

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay Center area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at LongLeaf Apartments in the starting from $1,145. The second greatest value Clay Center apartment is the 2112 W 4th St Model at 2112 W 4th St, Unit 3 starting at $850 with a $0.82 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.
LongLeaf Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
2112 W 4th St, Unit 32112 W 4th St2BR,1BA$0.82
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.01
306 N Pine St, Unit #2306 N Pine St2BR,1BA$1.48
Crete Senior Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.87
Cedar Ridge2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Malone w/ garage1BR,1BA$1.37
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.34
2604 N Webb Rd, Unit 42604 N Webb Rd2BR,1BA$1.25
HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICTTetonStudio ,1BA$1.68

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clay Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Clay Center?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, NE with pricing that ranges from $745 to $2,545. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clay Center ranging from $800 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clay Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clay Center ranges from $800 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,462.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.