
Homes for Rent in Clayton, NC Under $2,000 (91 Rentals)


11 Pumpkin Hill Ridge

28 Ashview Dr

78 Imperial Dr

207 Balboa Pkwy

95 Suhani Ln

265 Pear Blossom Pkwy

135 Buckhorn Br Pk

70 Brookhaven Dr

377 Crawford Pkwy
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3032 Buttonwood Ln

133 Hill Shore Ln

3009 Softwind Dr

118 Ashton Ct

85 Tuscarora Ln

200 Willowbrook Cir

302 N Great White Way

709 Averasboro Dr

338 Randolph Dr

163 Seville Wy
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155 Oakdale Ave

1909 Red Oak Ln

104 Roundtree Ct

94 Scotch Bonnet Ridge

141 Diploma Dr

179 Maple Tree Ln

236 Haywood Ln

96 Imperial Dr

197 Diploma Dr

118 Murphy Dr
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3007 Brittany Dr

415 Spaniel Ln

540 Hunter Way

115 Polly Pl

114 Wildflower Cir

74 Griffith Pl

2024 Julian Ln

701 Champion St

240 Mitchell Ave

35 S Grey Abbey Dr
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14 Bull River St

156 Wildflower Cir

52 Rosemary St

72 Rosemary St

44 Rosemary St

232 Walnut Creek Dr

408 Cooper St

49 E Grove Point Dr

86 Sweet Olive St

113 Marsh Harbor St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,563 | $1,470 | $1,675 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,949 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Clayton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $1,790 | $2,890 |
| Clayton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,378 | $1,730 | $2,700 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,199 to $2,100. There are also 164 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $800 to $2,890.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton ranges from $800 to $2,890 with an average monthly rent of $1,788.
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