
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay County, IA from $300 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Clay County.


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Cypress Pointe Apartments

303 E 3rd St

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12 Plex
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Clay County, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay County Studio Apartments | $1,194 | $766 | $2,244 |
| Clay County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $725 | $2,711 |
| Clay County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $875 | $2,645 |
| Clay County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,136 | $3,123 |
| Clay County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $1,610 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available Clay County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay County, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park View Apartments priced from $725. Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $766. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $766 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $919 |
| Spencer Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay County, IA
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay County area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Cypress Pointe Apartments in the starting from $919. The second greatest value Clay County apartment is the 1 bedroom Model at Spencer Manor Apartments starting at $985 with a $1.81 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Spencer Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay County Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay County is starting from $875 at Park View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Clay County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windcrest Village Apartments & Townhomes and starts from $1,136.
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