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725 E Monroe St

119 Vanburen Ct

708 N Campbell St

109 E Jackson St
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265 Duffield Ave

322 S Madison St

516 South St

12149 DMC Hwy 99
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305 N Pleasant View St

119 N 1st St

404 E Madison St

116 N 5th St

1013 Doemland St

2311 Marsh Ave
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Clayton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Clayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,044 | $399 | $2,200 |
Clayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,618 | $900 | $2,900 |
Clayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,996 | $1,140 | $3,495 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $340 |
Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Morton Street Apartments | 1 bed one bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IL and Nearby
As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $0.98 price per square foot Blaul Lofts - 215 Model at Blaul Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,448. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot . 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. |
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Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 215 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Emerson Garden Apartments | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.30 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 201 | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
1500 N Carolina St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Summer Street Apartments | Apartment 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IL with pricing that ranges from $300 to $1,975. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $399 to $3,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clayton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton ranges from $399 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,263.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clayton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clayton range from $340 to $1,975, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,140 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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