
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC (43 Rentals)


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Clayton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $1,022 | $1,925 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,283 | $2,410 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,529 | $2,125 |
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Largest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, NC is found at The Arbors at East Village in the Riverwood neighborhood and is 914 square feet priced from $1,416. River Oaks Landing in the Southern Trace neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 835 square feet and currently listed start at $1,494. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 914 Sq Ft | $1,416 |
| River Oaks Landing | 1 | 835 Sq Ft | $1,494 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 832 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | Abigail | 827 Sq Ft | $1,424 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 826 Sq Ft | $1,319 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 804 Sq Ft | $1,418 |
| Parkside Village | The Plank | 785 Sq Ft | $1,430 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 743 Sq Ft | $1,299 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | C1 | 740 Sq Ft | $1,022 |
Cheapest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, NC is the C1 Model starting from $1,185 at The Reserve at White Oak in the East Raleigh neighborhood. The second most affordable Clayton 1 Bedroom is the Metropolitan Model at Amelia Village starting at $1,200 in the Poole Farms neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Clayton is currently $1,370. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at White Oak | C1 | $1,185 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | $1,200 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | $1,299 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | $1,321 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | $1,323 |
| Parkside Village | The Plank | $1,404 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | $1,416 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | $1,418 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | Abigail | $1,424 |
| River Oaks Landing | 1.1 | $1,469 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Clayton is $1,370.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Clayton is a 914 square feet unit starting from $1,416 at The Arbors at East Village.
What is the average size for Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Clayton is currently 1,234 sq ft.
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