
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Clayton, LA from $317 (46 Rentals)
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Cottonland Village Apartments

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Gates at Riverchase

Centreville Apartments

Bienville Apartments

2043 Rapides Ave

The Apartments at Lake Hill
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Tanglewood Apartments

Mary Lea Apartments

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Madison Glen Apartments

Parkchester Apartments

Stratford Manor

1101 S 2nd St

2203 S Grand St
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211 S Haley St

1701 S 6th St

1008 S 5th St

2222 Vance Ave

1008 S 3rd St

1002 S 5th St

Admiral Imperial Apartments

2605 Lee Ave

The Sanctuary on Enterprise
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The Sanctuary at Alexandria

2830 Little St

105 Prune St

2807 Georgia St

576 Lower Woodville Rd

719 Wilson St

1211 Holly St

911 S 3rd St

Azalea Cove
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2306 Alma St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $565 | $2,650 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $953 | $272 | $2,850 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $317 | $3,500 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $650 | $2,165 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $884 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Siegel Select Alexandria priced from $272. Cottonland Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $472. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Select Alexandria | Studio - WEEKLY | 1BR,1BA | $272 |
| Cottonland Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $472 |
| Plantation Manor Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Azalea Apartments | one bedrooom | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Centreville Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $614 |
| Bienville Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
| The Apartments at Lake Hill | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Carr Central Apartments | RENOVATED LIVING | 1BR,1BA | $664 |
| Mary Lea Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, LA and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cottonland Village Apartments in the starting from $650. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the B1 Model at Commodore starting at $1,019 with a $1.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonland Village Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| Commodore | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Carr Central Apartments | RENOVATED LIVING | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Mary Lea Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Bienville Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Creel Properties | JENNIFER LANE | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Camelot Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Apartments at Lake Hill | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Azalea Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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 $272 at Siegel Select Alexandria.
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 $317 at Siegel Select Alexandria.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottonland Village Apartments and starts from $650.
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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