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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,174 | $1,005 | $1,344 |
| Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $424 | $4,748 |
| Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $508 | $5,913 |
| Cheap Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,294 | $580 | $2,975 |
| Cheap Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Clayton, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Clayton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Green | $2,400 | $1,160 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Hollybush Gardens in the Emerson Green neighborhood priced from $1,160. The Willows at Spring Mill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| The Willows at Spring Mill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Blackwood Falls | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NJ
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $2.10 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom with Loft Model at Barclay Glen Apartments in the starting from $2,958. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 3 BR Townhouse Model at Whitney Crescent Apartments starting at $1,613 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Emerson Green 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barclay Glen Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Whitney Crescent Apartments | 3 BR Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Willows at Justin Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Cherrywood | 2 Bedroom | 900sf | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Blackwood Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Blackwood Falls | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Birches | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Willows at Spring Mill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Deer Park Manor | Fully Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?
The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Hollybush Gardens which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clayton?
Cheap apartments in Clayton have an average cost of $292 which is $2,108 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clayton.
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