
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay City, IL from $300 (16 Rentals)
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6th St Apartments
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Arthur Ave Apartments

Southern Meadows Senior Living

909 Fairland St

115 N Cherry St

6515 Uebelhack Rd

1202 Jackson Ave
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728 Renshaw Ave

204 5th St
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Clay City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clay City Studio Apartments | $1,367 | $898 | $1,500 |
Clay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,113 | $550 | $1,750 |
Clay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $795 | $2,500 |
Clay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $464 | $2,500 |
Clay City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $1,249 | $1,249 |
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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. Southern Meadows Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arthur Ave Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
Southern Meadows Senior Living | 1 Bed Apt | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
North Park | McCallister | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Centralia Estates | Unit 78 | 3BR,2BA | $808 |
Copper Creek Townhomes | A-1 Bedroom Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay City, IL and Nearby
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay City area is the $1.07 price per square foot Prime Living at Its Finest: Luxurious Stand-Alo... Model at Circle Point Villas in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Clay City apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Millennium Apartments starting at $505 with a $0.41 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Circle Point Villas | Prime Living at Its Finest: Luxurious Stand-Alo... | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
The Millennium Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
Centralia Estates | Unit 48 | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Eagle Village Student Housing | 4x2 Single Bed Unfurnished | 4BR,2BA | $0.44 |
Vail Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
North Park | Berkshire | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
Royal Heights | 3 Person Occupancy | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
Mission Viejo Villas | B- Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Arthur Ave Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Wabash Riverfront Flats | 2 bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Clay City, IL
Walk Score®
14 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay City Apartments
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 $910 at 1905 12th St.
What is the most affordable Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Centralia Estates and starts from $808.
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