
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay, MI from $600 (51 Rentals)
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The Willows

The Arbors Apartments

Belle River Apartments

Anchor Bay Apartments

Sugarbush Run Apartments

Brittany Park Apartments

Holiday Garden Apartments

The Shores of Lake St. Clair

Rivercrest Apartments
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Chesterfield Manor

Clairridge Estates Apartments

Aspen Creek Apartments

Metro Woods Apartments

Camberwell Apartments

San Remo Villa Apartments

Waters Edge Estates

Harbor Club South

Clinton Manor Apartments

Glenwood Apartments
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Eastwood Village Apartments

Weathervane

Gray Estates Apartments

Oakview Square

Saravilla Apartments

Drawbridge Apartments East

Beachwood Apartments and Townhomes

Prentiss Pointe Apartments

Casa Mia Apartments

Metro Tower Apartments
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21761 Hillside Dr

38272 Fairway Ct

Legacy on Riverside

67748 S Main St

39499 Muffatt St

39503 Harrison Bay Ct

18391 Masonic

Country Squire

Clinton Village Apartments

51364 Ashbury Ct
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38618 Meadowdale St

21620 Hillside Dr

16151 Notre Dame St

38003 Chilver Ave

35401 Hickory Woods Dr

119 Floral Ave

48677 Sugarbush Rd, Unit 1

27547 O'Neil St

16218 Frontenac Ave

27869 Tighe St
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Clay, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Studio Apartments | $816 | $640 | $974 |
| Clay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $760 | $1,710 |
| Clay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $895 | $2,390 |
| Clay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,360 | $1,835 |
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Cheapest Available Clay Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arbors Apartments in the Clinton Township neighborhood priced from $825. Anchor Bay Apartments in the New Baltimore Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Anchor Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sugarbush Run Apartments | Sugarbush Run Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Brittany Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Holiday Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Chesterfield Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Clairridge Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Aspen Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Waters Edge Estates | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Harbor Club South | The Seafarer | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay, MI and Nearby
As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clay area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Saravilla Apartments in the in the Clinton Township neighborhood starting from $1,155. The second greatest value Clay apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Weathervane starting at $1,225 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Clinton Township neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saravilla Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Weathervane | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Gray Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Anchor Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Sugarbush Run Apartments | Sugarbush Run Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
| Belle River Apartments | One Bedroom with Deck | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Aspen Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Holiday Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Chesterfield Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Arbors Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Apartment is $825 at The Arbors Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay is starting from $895 at Sugarbush Run Apartments.
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