Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, CA from $1,200 (37 Rentals)

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Kirkwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kirkwood Village

5450 Concord BlvdConcord, CA 94521
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1495 Bassett Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1495 Bassett Dr

1495 Bassett DrConcord, CA 94521
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5095 Clayton Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5095 Clayton Rd

5095 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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1290 Kenwal Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1290 Kenwal Rd

1290 Kenwal RdConcord, CA 94521
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1506 Garcez Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1506 Garcez Dr

1506 Garcez DrConcord, CA 94521
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5281 Balhan Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

5281 Balhan Ct

5281 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521
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5083 Clayton Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5083 Clayton Rd

5083 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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5308 Balhan Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

5308 Balhan Ct

5308 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521
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1421 Balhan Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1421 Balhan Dr

1421 Balhan DrConcord, CA 94521
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5276 Balhan Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

5276 Balhan Ct

5276 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521

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Kirwood Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kirwood Villas

5455 Kirkwood DrConcord, CA 94521
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5077 Clayton Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5077 Clayton Rd

5077 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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1507 Garcez Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1507 Garcez Dr

1507 Garcez DrConcord, CA 94521
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5273 Balhan Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

5273 Balhan Ct

5273 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521
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5319 Balhan Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

5319 Balhan Ct

5319 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521
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1431 Balhan Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1431 Balhan Dr

1431 Balhan DrConcord, CA 94521

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5311 Balhan Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

5311 Balhan Ct

5311 Balhan CtConcord, CA 94521
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Crossroads
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossroads

5378 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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Artisan Lane.
2 Bedroom Apartments

Artisan Lane.

4819 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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Kenwal Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwal Apartments

4949 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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Sierra Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Apartments

4875 Clayton RdConcord, CA 94521
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1491 Bassett Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1491 Bassett Dr

1491 Bassett DrConcord, CA 94521
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Kirker Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kirker Court

1730 Kirker Pass RdConcord, CA 94521

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Clayton, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Clayton, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mt Diablo$3,900$864234

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clayton Creek Apartments in the Southern Concord neighborhood priced from $1,844. Arcadian in the Southern Concord neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clayton Creek ApartmentsFloor Plan 11BR,1BA$1,844
ArcadianJUNIPER1BR,1BA$1,975
Crossroads1x11BR,1BA$2,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, CA and Nearby

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $2.75 price per square foot Floor Plan 1 Model at Clayton Creek Apartments in the in the Southern Concord neighborhood starting from $1,844. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the JUNIPER Model at Arcadian starting at $1,975 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Southern Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Clayton Creek ApartmentsFloor Plan 11BR,1BA$2.75
ArcadianJUNIPER1BR,1BA$2.99
Crossroads1x11BR,1BA$3.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?

The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Clayton Creek Apartments which is listed at $1,844, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $3,900.

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 47 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.