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Sugar Creek Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sugar Creek Crossing

211 Joanie LnRobinson, IL 62454
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Newton Senior Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Senior Housing

201 Eaton StNewton, IL 62448
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$675 - $750

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1520 Main St

VincennesIN47591
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600 Marshall Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

600 Marshall Ave

600 Marshall AveMattoon, IL 61938
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616 S 6th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

616 S 6th St

616 S 6th StMattoon, IL 61938

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Cheapest Available Clay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Arthur Ave Apartments priced from $610. 1041 7th Street, Charleston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arthur Ave Apartments1x11BR,1BA$610
1041 7th Street, Charleston1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$639
Valoré at Hidden HillsThe Dogwood - One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$675
Southern Meadows1 Bed Apt1BR,1BA$695
Woodbridge Place Apartments1x1-7001BR,1BA$799
Park Place2 bedroom w/ study2BR,1BA$800
Lakewood Flats and Townhomes1sm wd1BR,1BA$805
Campus Suites1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$830
North ParkHarrington2BR,1BA$899
Copper Creek TownhomesA-1 Bedroom Ranch1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay City, IL and Nearby

As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay City area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3BR Villa Model at Circle Point Villas in the in the Gibson County neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Clay City apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Panther Heights starting at $1,380 with a $0.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Circle Point Villas3BR Villa3BR,2BA$1.04
Panther Heights3 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$0.99
The Millennium ApartmentsMillennium Apartments 2BR/2BA 26/27 Waiting List2BR,2BA$0.51
Eagle Village - Historical Access4BR/2BA - Furnished4BR,2BA$0.47
Melrose on 4thMelrose Apartments 2BR/2BA 26/27 Waiting List2BR,2BA$0.55
Baldwin Heights2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Vail Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.10
North ParkHarrington2BR,1BA$0.95
Royal HeightsRoyal Heights 2 Bed w/ Study & 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.38
Arthur Ave Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.97

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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 Cheap Clay City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clay City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clay City is at 1041 7th Street, Charleston listed at $639.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay City Apartment is $610 at Arthur Ave Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay City is starting from $800 at Park Place.

What is the most affordable Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place and starts from $860.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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