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Clayton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $340. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$340
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$462
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Morton Street Apartments1 bed one bath1BR,1BA$690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IL and Nearby

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $0.89 price per square foot Churchill Lofts - 316 Model at Churchill Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,498. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Blaul Lofts - 215 Model at Blaul Lofts starting at $1,448 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge 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.
Churchill LoftsChurchill Lofts - 3162BR,1BA$0.89
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 2152BR,1BA$0.98
Emerson Garden ApartmentsThree Beds Two Baths3BR,2BA$1.08
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.30
PARKWAY ESTATES3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.81
1500 N Carolina St3x23BR,2BA$1.00
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$0.89
New Eastlawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$0.84

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Getting Around Clayton, IL

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Macomb Rentals listed at $390.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.

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 $450 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.

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