
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC (29 Rentals)


Amelia Village

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The Arbors at East Village

Views at Flowers

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500-560 N Church St

Kingswood Reserve

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,224 | $1,593 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $1,308 | $1,880 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,529 | $2,025 |
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Largest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, NC is found at Amelia Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood and is 832 square feet priced from $1,224. The Averly at Flowers in the Churchill neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 826 square feet and currently listed start at $1,265. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 832 Sq Ft | $1,224 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 826 Sq Ft | $1,265 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 804 Sq Ft | $1,402 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 743 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Brayden | 740 Sq Ft | $1,371 |
Cheapest Available Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Clayton, NC is the Metropolitan Model starting from $1,224 at Amelia Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Clayton 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at The Averly at Flowers starting at $1,285 in the Churchill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Clayton is currently $1,423. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Clayton:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | $1,224 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | $1,285 |
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Brayden | $1,371 |
| Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | $1,402 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | $1,416 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | $1,499 |
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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 $1,423.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Clayton Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Clayton is a 832 square feet unit starting from $1,224 at Amelia 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 804 sq ft.
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