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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Clayton Neighborhood of Clayton, MO from $800 (29 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Clayton area of Clayton.
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from $1,4002 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1
444 S Hanley Rd, Unit 2S
444 S Hanley RdClayton, MO 63105
7508 Cromwell Dr
ClaytonMO63105
7752 Kingsbury Blvd
ClaytonMO63105
7506 Cromwell Dr
ClaytonMO63105
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from $1,700Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
McKenzie
8400 Delmar BlvdClayton, MO 63124
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from $9301 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Centennial
8650 Kingsbridge DrSt. Louis, MO 63132
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from $1,050Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
7355 Lindell Blvd
7355 Lindell BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
1139 Claytonia Terrace
Richmond HeightsMO63117
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from $1,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Clayton Square
7916 Kingsbury BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63105
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from $1,3601 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 16
Residences at the Boulevard
24 The Boulevard Saint LouisSt. Louis, MO 63117
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Clayton Place Apartments
7563 Clayton RdSt. Louis, MO 63117
7339 Dartmouth Ave
University CityMO63130
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from $1,5002 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15
Hanley Road Apartments
901 S Hanley RdSt. Louis, MO 63105
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from $1,6001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vanguard Crossing
8342 Delcrest DrSt. Louis, MO 63124
7715 Arthur Ave
Richmond HeightsMO63117
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from $1,6952 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cromwell Apartments
7553-7557 Cromwell DrSt. Louis, MO 63105
1081 Terrace Dr
Richmond HeightsMO63117
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Philip H. Barron Realty-Clayton & Forest Park
803-813 Westwood DrSt. Louis, MO 63105
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Downtown Clayton, Clayton, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,845 | $1,050 | $2,550 |
| Downtown Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $930 | $3,600 |
| Downtown Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,679 | $1,045 | $5,165 |
| Downtown Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,604 | $1,495 | $6,444 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Clayton Neighborhood of Clayton, MO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Clayton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Clayton area of Clayton, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Centennial priced from $930. 7355 Lindell Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clayton apartments for rent in Clayton, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Centennial | Tannen | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 7355 Lindell Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 522 S Hanley Rd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The District | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| The Square | Delcrest 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Vanguard Crossing | Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Cromwell Apartments | 2 Bd/1B. 7553 Cromwell Dr. | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| McKenzie | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Ceylon | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,777 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clayton, MO
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clayton area is the $1.55 price per square foot 7310 Lindell Blvd Model at 7310 Lindell Blvd, Unit 2 in the in the Franz Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Clayton apartment is the 7344-2 Dartmouth Ave Model at 7344-2 Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2nd Fl starting at $1,995 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Clayton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7310 Lindell Blvd, Unit 2 | 7310 Lindell Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 7344-2 Dartmouth Ave, Unit 2nd Fl | 7344-2 Dartmouth Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 7344 Dartmouth Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 7344 Dartmouth Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cromwell Apartments | 2 Bdr/2B, 7515 Cromwell Dr. | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 522 S Hanley Rd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The District | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Vanguard Crossing | WeiWei | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| ReNew Centennial | Tannen | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 7355 Lindell Blvd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Clayton Neighborhood in Clayton, MO
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Clayton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Clayton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Clayton is under $1,777.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Clayton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Clayton is ReNew Centennial which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Downtown Clayton costs $4,055.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 136 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Clayton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Clayton have an average cost of $1,184 which is $2,871 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Clayton.
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