
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO (309 Rentals)


Bemiston Place Apartments

Two Twelve Clayton

Ceylon

Mansions on the Plaza Apartments

Vivienne

The Barton Apartments

Altair at the Heights

522 S Hanley Rd
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Southwood Apartments - County

150-152 N Brentwood

921 De Mun Ave, Unit 2N

6607 Clayton Rd
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Expo at Forest Park

Hibernia Apartments

Lofts at Forest Park

Station House | Near The Loop

The Clover at Olive Crossing

The Square on Delmar

Encore at Forest Park

Everly on The Loop
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Vanguard Crossing

The Park Lux

Cortona at Forest Park

Residences at the Boulevard

Villas at Brentwood

The Ambassador (The Stetson)

The Residences at Delmar DivINe

Sunnen Station Apartments
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Clayton, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,336 | $760 | $2,155 |
Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $550 | $3,542 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $669 | $5,245 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $687 | $5,751 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,823 | $893 | $3,700 |
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Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: December 15, 2025There are currently 107 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Clayton, MO neighborhoods that range in price from $1,160 to $3,542. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Clayton with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Clayton | 107 | $2,326 | $1,160 |
Largest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, MO is found at Bemiston Place Apartments in the Hi-Point neighborhood and is 1,120 square feet priced from $3,372. Clayton on the Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,070 square feet and currently listed start at $2,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bemiston Place Apartments | Meeker Premium | 1,120 Sq Ft | $3,372 |
| Clayton on the Park | Ladue | 1,070 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
| Expo at Forest Park | Zaragoza Mezzanine - 1 Bedroom with a Den | 1,038 Sq Ft | $2,980 |
| Villas at Brentwood | C | 955 Sq Ft | $1,590 |
| Avenir | Futura | 940 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Dorchester | dor-1bTJ | 935 Sq Ft | $1,575 |
| Two Twelve Clayton | Unit 07 | 933 Sq Ft | $2,479 |
Cheapest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, MO is the The Cardinal Model starting from $672 at Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood. The second most affordable Clayton 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Winston Churchill Apartments starting at $678 in the Central West End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Clayton is currently $1,833. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Apartments | The Cardinal | $672 |
| Winston Churchill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $678 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | $705 |
| Sutton-Elm Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $795 |
| Oakview Lyndover Apartments | 1 bedroom | $795 |
| Brewer's Edge Apartments | Renovated One Bed | $800 |
| Westmoreland @ The Era Collecctive | Westmoreland 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 820 | $882 |
| The Era Collective | Westmoreland 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 820 | $882 |
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Getting Around Clayton, MO
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Clayton with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Clayton is at Forest Park Apartments listed at $672.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Clayton is $1,833.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Clayton is a 1,120 square feet unit starting from $3,372 at Bemiston Place Apartments.
What is the average size for Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Clayton is currently 0 sq ft.
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