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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $1,185 | $1,925 |
| Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,161 | $2,410 |
| Cheap Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,529 | $2,208 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Parkside Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood priced from $1,161. The Reserve at White Oak in the East Raleigh neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Village | The Patterson | 2BR,2BA | $1,161 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.32 price per square foot Bailey 2 Model at Walton Farms in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the G3 Model at The Reserve at White Oak starting at $1,943 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Farms | Bailey 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| The Reserve at White Oak | G3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Cotton Mill | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Views at Flowers | The Dogwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Reserve at Glen Laurel | Abigail | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $1,185 at The Reserve at White Oak.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clayton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clayton is starting from $1,161 at Parkside Village.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amelia Village and starts from $1,649.
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