Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC from $700 (8 Rentals)

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Clayton Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayton Manor

500 S Boling StClayton, NC 27520
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Greenwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenwood

500 Greenwood DrClayton, NC 27520

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Clayton, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverwood Villas in the Churchill neighborhood priced from $1,075. Amelia Village in the Poole Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverwood Villas1 bdr Biles1BR,1BA$1,075
Amelia VillageMetropolitan1BR,1BA$1,099
Walton FarmsJoyner1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.34 price per square foot Falkirk Model at Riverwood Ranch Townhomes in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,535. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Gloucester Model at Lionsgate Townhomes starting at $1,500 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Poole Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverwood Ranch TownhomesFalkirk2BR,2.5BA$1.34
Lionsgate TownhomesGloucester2BR,2.5BA$1.46
The Arbors at East VillageThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1.52
Views at FlowersThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1.55
Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury ApartmentsThe Cameron1BR,1BA$1.66
Amelia VillageMetropolitan1BR,1BA$1.32
Reserve at Glen LaurelABIGAIL 1.01BR,1BA$1.67
The Averly at FlowersA11BR,1BA$1.58
Amelia StationOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
Parkside VillageThe Plank1BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Clayton, NC

Ranked #803

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $1,299 at Amelia Village.

What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkside Village and starts from $1,663.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh

Written by: Chris Munier

Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

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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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