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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $650 | $2,080 |
Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,425 | $2,965 |
Cheap Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,570 | $2,400 |
Cheap Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $1,800 | $2,599 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.36 price per square foot The Floyd - Vaulted & Tray Ceilings Model at Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $1,870. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the The Rover Model at Spinning Mill Lofts starting at $2,050 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Willowbrook 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. |
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Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Floyd - Vaulted & Tray Ceilings | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Spinning Mill Lofts | The Rover | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
Riverwood Ranch Townhomes | Falkirk | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
Parkside Village | The Patterson | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Lionsgate Townhomes | Gloucester | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
The Arbors at East Village | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Views at Flowers | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Amelia Station | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Getting Around Clayton, NC
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,075 at Riverwood Villas.
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 $1,425 at Riverwood Villas.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Averly at Flowers and starts from $1,784.
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