
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, ID from $600 (37 Rentals)
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The Riverside

310 Thatcher

The B Side

Ascent BoDo

The Owyhee Apartments

Ascent East End

Vanguard

Jules on 3rd
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Highland Springs

Gibson | 5th & Idaho

Carriage Crossing Apartments

Broadstone Saratoga

Columbia Village

The Mill at Loggers Creek

Arboretum at Barber Station
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River Quarry Apartments

Huntington

Riverline

The Timbers at Harris Ranch

Lido Apartment Homes @ Hailey, ID

The District at Parkcenter

326 Lost River Ave

Creek Bend

617 N San Felipe Dr
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The 951

1612 N 30th St N

1614 N 31st St

The Martha

Cortland on the River

Saddle Lofts Apartments

3519 N Woody Ln

3590 E Grand Forest Dr

3558 E Grand Forest Dr
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2110 Brittany Ln
Clayton, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,634 | $1,029 | $2,311 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,095 | $3,683 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,682 | $1,195 | $6,620 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $605 | $9,482 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,235 | $3,895 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at 310 Thatcher in the Harrison Blvd neighborhood priced from $1,270. Vanguard in the Downtown Boise neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 310 Thatcher | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 470 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Vanguard | 0x1A | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes | Dorchester Up | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| Clearwater Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Highland Springs | The Creekview | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Carriage Crossing Apartments | The George Washington | 2BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| Broadstone Saratoga | Franklin | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
| Lido Apartment Homes @ Hailey, ID | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Cortland on the River | Hurley | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Monterra Townhomes | Windsor R | 2BR,2BA | $1,960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, ID and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.55 price per square foot Valencia V Model at Monterra Townhomes in the in the Southeast Boise neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the B7 1x1 Model at The Mill at Loggers Creek starting at $2,155 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Southeast Boise 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterra Townhomes | Valencia V | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| The Mill at Loggers Creek | B7 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Riverline | 2x2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Columbia Village | 2BRx1BA Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Huntington | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The District at Parkcenter | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Clearwater Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Cortland on the River | Hurley | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Highland Springs | The Creekview | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes | Dorchester Up | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clayton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clayton is at Vanguard listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $1,270 at 310 Thatcher.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clayton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clayton is starting from $1,490 at Highland Springs.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monterra Townhomes and starts from $2,035.
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