
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Clay City, KY from $600 (46 Rentals)
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Katelyn Court Apartments

McGinnis Properties

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East Ridge Apartments

Shawnee Trail Apartments

Vines at Saddlebrook

Summit Apartments

Ty Lane Apartments

Studio 28
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Twin Lakes Apartments

Flats at 2875

Gleneagles

Sunrise Suites

The Resort Apartments

The Lofts at Winchester
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Williams Estates Apartments

The BLVD at Hays

The Pops

Legacy Lake Apartments

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Steeplechase Apartments

Reserve at Hamburg

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Carriage Place Apartments

Brighton 3050

The Resort At Lake Crossing
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Colts Run

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2005 Willow Dr

Waterstone at Hamburg Apartments

Parkside Heights

Latitude 37 Apartments

417 North St

Gibson Lane Apartments

356 Oxford Dr

90 E Walnut St
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Oak Hill Apartments

1088 Merrick Dr

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136 Georgia St

112 Bellevue Dr

101 E Lexington Ave

117 Estill St

222 Buffalo Trce

122 Estonia Dr
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208 Madison Hills Blvd
Clay City, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay City Studio Apartments | $938 | $814 | $995 |
| Clay City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $650 | $2,814 |
| Clay City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $700 | $3,113 |
| Clay City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $935 | $4,044 |
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Cheapest Available Clay City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay City, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Katelyn Court Apartments priced from $695. McGinnis Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Shawnee Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Studio 28 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $814 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Flats at 2875 | Newly-Renovated Studio Apartments! | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Sunrise Suites | Suite | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| The Resort Apartments | 1BD/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay City, KY and Nearby
As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay City area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties in the starting from $700. The second greatest value Clay City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Carriage Place Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.46 |
| Carriage Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Hamburg Farms | B2 Stansbury - 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Brighton 3050 | Loft 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 2005 Willow Dr | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Gleneagles | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Polo Club Park - Senior/Affordable Housing | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 1040 Brandy Ln | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Katelyn Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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 Studio 28 listed at $814.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay City Apartment is $695 at Katelyn Court 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 $700 at McGinnis Properties.
What is the most affordable Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shawnee Trail Apartments and starts from $1,042.
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