
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, CA from $1,258 (21 Rentals)
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Curry Canyon Cottages

Curry Creek Trailor Park

Clayton Creek Apartments

Arcadian

Desert Palm Apartments

1495 Bassett Dr
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5095 Clayton Rd

1506 Garcez Dr

5281 Balhan Ct

1290 Kenwal Rd

5083 Clayton Rd

1398 Washington Blvd

5308 Balhan Ct
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1421 Balhan Dr

Artisan Lane.

Kenwal Apartments

Diablo Terrace Terrace Apartments

Crossroads

Sierra Apartments

Redwood Green Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,258 | $1,258 | $1,258 |
| Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,898 | $1,348 | $2,100 |
| Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,618 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Clayton, CA area range in price from $864 to $8,170 with an overall median price of $2,180. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clayton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Diablo | $2,180 | $864 | 213 |
Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clayton Creek Apartments in the Concord Valley neighborhood priced from $2,021. Arcadian in the Clayton Valley Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Creek Apartments | Floor Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,021 |
| Arcadian | SKYLINE | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Crossroads | 2x2a-R1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $2.86 price per square foot SKYLINE Model at Arcadian in the in the Clayton Valley Highlands neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 2x2a-R1 Model at Crossroads starting at $2,675 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Clayton Valley Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadian | SKYLINE | 2BR,1.25BA | $2.86 |
| Crossroads | 2x2a-R1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| 5289 Balhan Ct, Unit 5289 Balhan Court | 5289 Balhan Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Clayton Creek Apartments | Floor Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 50 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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