
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO from $300 with Washer/Dryer (58 Rentals)
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University Commons

Everly on The Loop

Brewer's Edge Apartments

6009 Odell St

The Park Lux

The Era Collective

5467 Maple Ave

Echo STL

Brickline Apartments
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Expo at Forest Park

6575 Julian Ave

Gulf Drive Apartments

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6424 Oakland Ave, Unit 6424a

5803 Cabanne Ave

Cortona at Forest Park

Clayton Square Apartments

6811 Chamberlain Ct

Chelsea

Lafayette Lofts
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7234 Amherst Ave, Unit 1W

5811 Cabanne Ave

Station House | Near The Loop

1617 Forest Ave

1617 Forest Ave

Kingsbury

Villas at Brentwood

Hanley Road Apartments

6321 Cates Ave, Unit 1e

917 Goodfellow Blvd
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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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6320 Berthold Ave, Unit 1st Floor

The Courtyard Apartments

Etzel Place Apartments

Cabanne Apartments

Hafner Court Apartments

The Echo Apartments

Oakview Place

Westmoreland @ The Era Collecctive

Tanjiers

Gates at Forest Park
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.

Arbor and Bottleworks

Gratiot School Apartments

820 Hamilton Ave

The Annex @ The Era Collective

Horner Place Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

1215 Louisville Ave

The Envoy Apartments

The Florence at Forest Park

The Delmonte
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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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 | $1,418 | $905 | $2,159 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $550 | $3,395 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $669 | $6,750 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $687 | $6,620 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $893 | $1,600 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
Read ArticleLocal Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis
A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the St. Louis, MO metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com
Read ArticleReal Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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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 $932.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?
The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Forest Park Apartments which is listed at $701, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $4,415.
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 39 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 $855 which is $3,560 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clayton.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis
Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee
Finding the right neighborhood to rent near your St. Louis college or university isn’t just about convenience.

St. Louis Living: Your Local Experts Guide to Neighborhoods and Renting
Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee
St. Louis is a historic city of neighborhoods — nearly 80 of them — each with its own personality, rhythm, and everyday comforts.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.