
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO from $400 (68 Rentals)
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Broadway Studios

Northland Studios

Clay Terrace

Cherokee Village

Cambridge Commons

200 High St

Crooked Creek Apartments

Creeks of Gladstone

Wilshire Apartments
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Gladstone Studios

507 Henrie Ave

Kendallwood Apartments

Crown Heights Apartments

Bennington Ridge

Tanglewood Apartments

Clayton Apartments

Village Gardens Apartments

Randall Court Apartments

Liberty Heights Apartments
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Hillside Apartments

Kensington Court

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Continental North

The Township

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The View on Vivion

The Ethans Apartments

Forest Park Apartments
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Brighton Crossing Apartments

The Hills

Parvin Estates

The Belmont Apartments

The Haven at Shoal Creek

726 NE 68th St, Unit 718

Crossroads Village Apartments

NoRi

Robin Hill Apartments

103 E Brasfield St
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Eighty Eighth & Oak

Broadway Village

Eastwood Apartments

Alpha Apartments

Colony Plaza Apartments

BRIARCLIFF STUDIOS

Forest Park

Excelsior Village

Stoneside Apartments

Crown Heights Apartments
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Clay County, MO 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 | $1,326 | $740 | $3,751 |
| Clay County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $695 | $3,369 |
| Clay County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $775 | $4,500 |
| Clay County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,066 | $5,202 |
| Clay County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,047 | $3,059 |
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Cheapest Available Clay County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay County, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Excelsior Village priced from $660. 1 Twenty Two at 63rd in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood 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 County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Village | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| 1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Northland Studios | Classic | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Stoneside Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Knollwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Cambridge Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Creeks of Gladstone | Stone Creek 1 | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| Bennington Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Cherokee Village | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO
As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay County area is the $1.09 price per square foot Vera Cruz Model at Serrano Townhomes in the in the Barry Harbor neighborhood starting from $1,945. The second greatest value Clay County apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at HarborTown Villas starting at $1,649 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Englewood Estates neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serrano Townhomes | Vera Cruz | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
| HarborTown Villas | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Clayton Apartments | 3 Bed-1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Kendallwood Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Randall Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 726 NE 68th St, Unit 718 | 726 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Forest Park Apartments | Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Crown Heights Apartments | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Excelsior Village | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clay County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clay County is at Northland Studios listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay County Apartment is $660 at Excelsior Village.
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 $775 at 1 Twenty Two at 63rd.
What is the most affordable Clay County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clay County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Excelsior Village and starts from $961.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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