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765 Westwood Drive
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765 Westwood Drive

765 Westwood DrClayton, MO 63105
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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8100-8108 Roxburgh DrClayton, MO 63105
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6244 Oakland Ave

St. LouisMO63139

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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Clayton, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, MO

Pricing Updated: 10/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Clayton, MO area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clayton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Clayton$2,686$955188

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, MO is a Studio unit found at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood priced from $569. Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. Luke's Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$569
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal1BR,1BA$660
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$678
The Era CollectiveCongress Studio 256Studio,1BA$785
Oakview Lyndover Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Sutton-Elm Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$795
Brewer's Edge ApartmentsRenovated One Bed1BR,1BA$800
Oak Park Apartments1 Bedroom_1 Bath 1BR,1BA$815
Echo STLArtemis1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO

As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.12 price per square foot 6040 Washington Blvd Model at 6040 Washington Blvd in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 7327 Pershing Ave Model at 7327 Pershing Ave, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,995 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Wydown Skinker neighborhood. 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.
6040 Washington Blvd6040 Washington Blvd3BR,2BA$1.12
7327 Pershing Ave, Unit 1st Floor7327 Pershing Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
7238 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 72387238 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.22
7240 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 72407240 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.22
5909 Cates Ave3Bd 2Bath3BR,2BA$1.13
King's Court4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
Wild Cherry Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.88
1319 Woodland Dr, Unit #21319 Woodland Dr1BR,1BA$1.20
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.14
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02

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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

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Clayton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clayton is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?

The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Forest Park Apartments which is listed at $660, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $2,686.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clayton?

Cheap apartments in Clayton have an average cost of $796 which is $1,890 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clayton.

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.