
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MI from $700 (47 Rentals)
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York Hills Apartments

Greenwood Village

Seniors of Maple Ridge

Carriage Park Apartments (Carriage Park Investors LLC)

Ashton Ridge Apartments

Westbay Club Apartments

Alpine Lake Apartments

Tecumseh Apartments
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Renaissance Apartments (A to Z Properties LLC)

Woodbury Estates Apartments

207 Water St

Cascade Falls Apartments

Carr Apartments

Stratford Place Apartments - Senior Living

Sherloch Forest Apartments

Autumn Woods

Stonehorse Apartments
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Bell Estates Apartments

Chelsea Place Apartments & Townhomes

Sylvan Lakes Apartments

The Peak Apartments and Townhomes

Conklin Estates

Park Crest Apartments

Lofts on Louis

35 Apple Run Ln

Hunt Club Apartments
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305 1st St

Whitman Crossing

Riverview Terrace Apartments

2150 N McCord Rd

109 S Main St

New England Lane

Homestead Apartments

The Greenwood

Swan Creek Crossing (Senior 55+)
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Addison Apartments

611 Croswell St

The Reserve at Lakeside

Gramm Village Apartments

The Blackstone

172 Sand Creek Hwy

Hallet Crossing

12 Cedars

1604 Homewild Ave
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174 Sand Creek Hwy

14780 Lickley Rd
Clayton, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $922 | $795 | $1,011 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $749 | $1,740 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $849 | $2,557 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $1,040 | $2,609 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Hunt Club Apartments in the North Toledo neighborhood priced from $700. Whitman Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $726. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt Club Apartments | 1x1 490 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Whitman Crossing | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $726 |
| Grand River Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| York Hills Apartments | York Hills Apartments - One Bedroom ** FIRST MO... | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| New England Lane | Wedgewood - 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Seniors of Maple Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Carriage Park Apartments (Carriage Park Investors LLC) | Carriage Park Apartments - Studio (Heat NOT Inc... | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Ashton Ridge Apartments | 1X1 719- 792 | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Alpine Lake Apartments | Juno | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| Tecumseh Apartments | Stonehenge | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MI and Nearby
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $0.89 price per square foot Park Crest Apartments - Two Bedroom, One & Half... Model at Park Crest Apartments in the starting from $1,152. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 3 Bedroon Model at Grand River Ridge starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Crest Apartments | Park Crest Apartments - Two Bedroom, One & Half... | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Grand River Ridge | 3 Bedroon | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Hallet Crossing | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Sherloch Forest Apartments | J-M | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Whitman Crossing | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 207 Water St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Ashton Ridge Apartments | 1X1 719- 792 | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Renaissance Apartments (A to Z Properties LLC) | Renaissance Apartments - Two Bedroom Renovated ... | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Woodbury Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Seniors of Maple Ridge | One Bedroom | 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 $700 at Hunt Club Apartments.
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 $726 at Whitman Crossing.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ashton Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,097.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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