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Clayton, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Covington II priced from $550. Creel Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Covington II1x1Covington II1BR,1BA$550
Creel PropertiesSTADIUM1BR,1BA$705
Camelot Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$730
Tanglewood Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$750
Hermitage Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, LA and Nearby

As of August 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.29 price per square foot RYAN Model at Creel Properties in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Saddle Creek Model at Saddle Creek starting at $1,650 with a $1.43 price per square foot . 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.
Creel PropertiesRYAN4BR,2BA$1.29
Saddle CreekSaddle Creek2BR,2BA$1.43
Kress Building ApartmentsApartment Suite C1BR,1BA$1.27
Bienville3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.26
Bayou Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.84
The Park at Milestone2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Platinum2BR,2BA$1.34
Tanglewood Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Nottingham Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.27
Camelot Apartments1BR/1BA TH1BR,1BA$1.06
Covington II1x1Covington II1BR,1BA$1.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, LA with pricing that ranges from $306 to $2,950. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $250 to $4,500.

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 $250 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,230.

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 $740 to $2,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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