
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Clayton, IN from $945 (45 Rentals)
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5380 E Main St

LaCabreah Apartments

Steeplechase at Shiloh Crossing

Settlers Run

Avon Creek

Saratoga Crossing Apartment Homes

LINDEN SQUARE

Hunter Ridge Apartments
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The Barlow

Regency Preserve

Hillcrest Apartments

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Lakeside at Walnut Hills
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Canyon Club at Perry Crossing

Central Park Apartments

LEGACY PARK

Crown Plaza

Hobbs Station

Apex at Perry Crossing

Echo Park at Perry Crossing

Double Creek Flats Apartments

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Satori Flats

Crossing 5

Encore at Perry Crossing

Harpers Crossing

Stanley Terrace

50 1/2 E Main St

Camby Crossing

3603 Clarks Creek Rd

Center Street Apartments
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146 E Center Dr

Cox Creek at Reagan Crossing

334 Ellis St

665 Ironwood Dr

8833 Jackson St

960 Valley View Dr

591 Helm Dr

106 E College Ave

13030 N Jenna Ct
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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 | $1,466 | $1,359 | $1,549 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $945 | $2,719 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,100 | $3,274 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,300 | $3,499 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, IN
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Clayton, IN area range in price from $250 to $3,604 with an overall median price of $1,570. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clayton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lizton Clayton | $1,570 | $250 | 128 |
Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, IN is a 2 Beds unit found at Harpers Crossing in the The Settlement - Designer neighborhood priced from $513. 5380 E Main St in the Lizton Clayton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpers Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $513 |
| 5380 E Main St | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| LaCabreah Apartments | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Steeplechase at Shiloh Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Stanley Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Settlers Run | The Hills | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Saratoga Crossing Apartment Homes | The Camden | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| LINDEN SQUARE | Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Center Street Apartments | B1 R | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Hunter Ridge Apartments | 2x1H R | 2BR,1BA | $1,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, IN and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.46 price per square foot Pine | Renovated Model at Double Creek Flats Apartments in the in the Avon Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $1,863. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the The Caen Hill Model at The Bristol Apartments starting at $1,682 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Camby 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Creek Flats Apartments | Pine | Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Bristol Apartments | The Caen Hill | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Barlow | The West | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Gladden Farms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Residences on Ronald Reagan | Dutch | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Regency Preserve | IRIS | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Hunter Ridge Apartments | 2x1H R | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Lakeside at Walnut Hills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| LaCabreah Apartments | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Harpers Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 Hobbs Station listed at $1,359.
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 $513 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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