
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IN from $800 (38 Rentals)
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LaCabreah Apartments

LINDEN SQUARE

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Lakeside at Walnut Hills

Aberdeen Apartments

Crown Plaza

Hunter Ridge Apartments

Washington Quarters Apartments

Steeplechase at Shiloh Crossing
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Avon Creek

Saratoga Crossing Apartment Homes

Regency Preserve

Canyon Club at Perry Crossing

Hillcrest Apartments

Settlers Run

Foundry at Heartland Crossing

Elevate 311 Apartments

Central Park Apartments
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The Ascent Apartments of Plainfield

Double Creek Flats Apartments

LEGACY PARK

The Barlow

Residences on Ronald Reagan

Echo Park at Perry Crossing

Hobbs Station

Apex at Perry Crossing

Satori Flats
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Harpers Crossing

10301 Medallion Dr

Camby Crossing

4155 N County Rd 575 E

9 Keller Dr

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Stanley Terrace

5909 W Morris St

Cox Creek at Reagan Crossing
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91 N Maple St

6405 Kellum Dr
Clayton, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,492 | $1,449 | $1,549 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $860 | $2,526 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,015 | $3,606 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $1,335 | $3,574 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Harpers Crossing in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood priced from $840. Stafford Pointe in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpers Crossing | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Stafford Pointe | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| LaCabreah Apartments | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| LINDEN SQUARE | Somerset | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Lakeside at Walnut Hills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Aberdeen Apartments | Abbington | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| Crown Plaza | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Center Street Apartments | B1 R | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Stanley Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Saratoga Crossing Apartment Homes | The Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IN and Nearby
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 BR/ 1.5 BA Townhouse Model at Stafford Pointe in the in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Danville starting at $1,724 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lizton Clayton 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Pointe | 3 BR/ 1.5 BA Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Redwood Danville | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Redwood Brownsburg | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Settlers Run | The Ranch | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Avon Creek | The Jr Brook | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Canyon Club at Perry Crossing | Grotto (B) | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Stanley Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Lakeside at Walnut Hills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| LaCabreah Apartments | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Harpers Crossing | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $840 at Harpers Crossing.
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 $1,012 at Harpers Crossing.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harpers Crossing and starts from $1,171.
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