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771 Orchard St

837 Colburn St

3405 Beaumont Dr

1037 Orchard St

251 Graham St

752 Euclid Ave
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227 Everett St

223 Charles St

225 Palmer St

705 Nicholas St

4412 Packard Rd

834 Oak St

1021 Walbridge Ave
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244 Knower St

626 Walnut St

1614 Nevada St

508 Howland Ave

722 Coyne Ave

332 14th St

2424 Broadway St
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1106 White St.

1337 Moore St

2074 Starr Ave

3439 Jeannette Ave

1537 Remington St

3606 Doyle St

557 Valleywood Dr
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Clay Center, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Clay Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $889 | $695 | $1,250 |
| Clay Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,079 | $850 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Clay Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay Center, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastwyck Apartments in the North Toledo neighborhood priced from $650. Camelot East Apartments in the Harvard Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwyck Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Camelot East Apartments | Premium One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Piccadilly East | 1 BR, 1 BA- Original | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Point Place Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Kingston Court Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Beacon Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Erie Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Commodore Perry Apartments | The Superior | 1BR,1BA | $834 |
| Oregon Senior Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Rossford Hills Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, OH and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay Center area is the $1.22 price per square foot 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath Suite Model at Owens Lake Commons in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Clay Center apartment is the The Wildwood Model at LaSalle Apartments starting at $1,706 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Ironwood neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Lake Commons | 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath Suite | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| LaSalle Apartments | The Wildwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Historic Hillcrest Apartments | 312-712 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Copper Cove Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Village at Northwood | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Eastwyck Apartments | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Erie Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Camelot East Apartments | Premium One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Beacon Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Point Place Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Clay Center?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, OH with pricing that ranges from $656 to $5,097. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clay Center ranging from $650 to $1,400.
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 $650 to $1,400 with an average monthly rent of $872.
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