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Downtown Clayton, Clayton, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Clayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Clayton area of Clayton, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Bel Aire Apartments priced from $1,075. ReNew Centennial has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable Downtown Clayton apartments for rent in Clayton, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1,075
ReNew CentennialTannen1BR,1BA$1,160
The DistrictPine2BR,1BA$1,185

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clayton, MO

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Clayton area is the $1.08 price per square foot 7260 Pershing Ave Model at 7260 Pershing Ave, Unit 1E in the in the Wydown Skinker neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Clayton apartment is the 7808 Delmar Blvd Model at 7808 Delmar Blvd, Unit 7808 starting at $1,975 with a $1.23 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7260 Pershing Ave, Unit 1E7260 Pershing Ave4BR,2BA$1.08
7808 Delmar Blvd, Unit 78087808 Delmar Blvd3BR,1.5BA$1.23
420 S Hanley Rd, Unit 1W420 S Hanley Rd3BR,1BA$1.13
1104 Ralph Ter1104 Ralph Ter3BR,1BA$1.25
7212 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 1W7212 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.30
7719 Arthur Ave, Unit 7719 Arthur7719 Arthur Ave2BR,1BA$1.46
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.14
749 Westwood Dr2 BR2BR,1BA$1.67
7234 Amherst Ave, Unit 1E7234 Amherst Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
The DistrictMaple2BR,1BA$1.62

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Clayton?

There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Clayton, MO with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $5,751. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Clayton ranging from $995 to $4,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Clayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Clayton ranges from $995 to $4,195 with an average monthly rent of $2,123.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.