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148 S Mistflower St

101 Clay St

8 Cheltenham Dr

1 Belhaven Dr

715 S Moore St

713 S Moore St
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323 S Moore St

3013 Avery St

1611 Kenmore Dr

19 Outlook Pl

2809 Bennington Dr

2861 Bennington Dr

2055 Old U.S. Hwy 70
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1513 Kenmore Dr

305 Whitehall Ct

305 Whitehall Ct

277 Dairy Rd

612 Woodson Dr

141 Woodson Dr

1913 Hemlock Cir
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Clayton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Clayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,449 | $1,350 | $1,595 |
Clayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,885 | $1,420 | $2,595 |
Clayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,229 | $1,789 | $3,845 |
Clayton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,566 | $2,005 | $2,995 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Riverwood Villas | 1 bdr Biles | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Walton Farms | Joyner | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Parkside Village | The Plank | 1BR,1BA | $1,133 |
Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC
As of September 08, 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 The Elyse Model at Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments starting at $1,510 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Churchill 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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Riverwood Ranch Townhomes | Falkirk | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Elyse | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
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 | $1.55 |
Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Reserve at Glen Laurel | ABIGAIL 1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
The Averly at Flowers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Saw Mill | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Parkside Village | The Plank | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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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 188 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $730 to $3,845.
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 $730 to $3,845 with an average monthly rent of $1,818.
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 $1,765 to $1,983, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,420 to $2,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,789 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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