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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. Walton Farms in the Churchill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. 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
Walton FarmsJoyner1BR,1BA$1,125
The Averly at FlowersA11BR,1BA$1,301
Parkside VillageThe Plank1BR,1BA$1,323
Views at FlowersThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1,339

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.71 price per square foot The Clayton Mill with Study (118) Model at Spinning Mill Lofts in the in the Willowbrook neighborhood starting from $2,080. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the The Longleaf Model at The Arbors at East Village starting at $1,648 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Riverwood 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.
Spinning Mill LoftsThe Clayton Mill with Study (118)1BR,2BA$1.71
The Arbors at East VillageThe Longleaf2BR,2BA$1.40
Riverwood Ranch TownhomesFalkirk2BR,2.5BA$1.34
Amelia VillageJames Renovated2BR,2BA$1.46
Lionsgate TownhomesGloucester2BR,2.5BA$1.46
Views at FlowersThe Magnolia1BR,1BA$1.58
The Averly at FlowersA11BR,1BA$1.58
Stallings Mill Apartment HomesSaw Mill1BR,1BA$1.68
Amelia StationOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Parkside VillageThe Plank1BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $2,965. There are also 187 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $830 to $4,395.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton ranges from $830 to $4,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,813.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clayton range from $1,735 to $2,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $3,570. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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