
Cheap Homes for Rent in Clay County, MO from $300 (22 Rentals)
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8808 Orchard St

534 Richfield Rd

6924 N Olive St
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2324 NE 70th St

113 E Park Ave

1406 Magnolia W

2029 Swift St

209 W Main St

602 Elm St

2307 Aspen St

2316 Birch St

5741 NE 80th Terrace
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5620 NE 80th Terrace

10111 N Tullis Dr

8804 Kaill Rd

4202 N Askew Ave

4200 N Askew Ave

5042 N Topping Ave

5038 N Topping Ave

5006 N Crystal Ave
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114 Persimmon Dr
Clay County, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Clay County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clay County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,453 | $900 | $2,695 |
Clay County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,981 | $1,295 | $2,855 |
Clay County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,383 | $1,745 | $3,195 |
Clay County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,444 | $2,149 | $2,770 |
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Cheapest Available Clay County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay County, MO is a Studio unit found at The Bluffs in the Kings Gate neighborhood priced from $725. Northland Studios in the Kings Gate neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Bluffs | Studio with Fireplace | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Northland Studios | Renovated | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Excelsior Village | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $732 |
Broadway Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $740 |
1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay County area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at HarborTown Villas in the in the Fairfax neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value Clay County apartment is the 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley 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. |
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HarborTown Villas | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
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 | $0.83 |
Bennington Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
720 NE 68th St, Unit 724 | 720 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
730 NE 68th St, Unit 722 | 730 NE 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Excelsior Village | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
1 Twenty Two at 63rd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
The Bluffs | Studio with Fireplace | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Clay County
What type of rentals are currently available in Clay County?
There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in Clay County, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $10,000. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clay County ranging from $330 to $3,195.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clay County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clay County ranges from $330 to $3,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,687.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clay County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clay County range from $1,066 to $7,815, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,855. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,745 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,275.
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