Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NJ from $400 (7 Rentals)
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The Willows at Justin Commons

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Clayton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,237 | $1,005 | $1,469 |
Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $424 | $2,650 |
Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $508 | $3,100 |
Cheap Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $580 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Clayton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025Current 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 |
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Emerson Green | $2,571 | $1,450 | 13 |
Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows at Justin Commons in the Brandywine Village neighborhood priced from $908. The Willows at Spring Mill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $917. 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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The Willows at Justin Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $908 |
The Willows at Spring Mill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $917 |
Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, NJ
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.70 price per square foot Farnsworth Townhome Model at Glen Eyre Apartments in the in the Pine Valley neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Barclay Glen Apartments starting at $2,465 with a $1.73 price per square foot . 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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Glen Eyre Apartments | Farnsworth Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $1.70 |
Barclay Glen Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Whitney Crescent Apartments | 3 BR Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
The Willows at Justin Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
The Willows at Spring Mill | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Washington Way Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Autumn Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Cherrywood | 1 Bedroom | 850 sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Blackwood Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Getting Around Clayton, NJ
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,160 at Hollybush Gardens.
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 $908 at The Willows at Justin Commons.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Willows at Spring Mill and starts from $1,361.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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