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Cedargate
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedargate

701 Union RdClayton, OH 45315
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Union Terminal
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Terminal

118 S Old Mill RdEnglewood, OH 45322
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505 Brookwood Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

505 Brookwood Ct

505 Brookwood CtDayton, OH 45405
Senior Living
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Stillwater Landing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stillwater Landing

4341 Foxton CtDayton, OH 45414
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Brownstone Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brownstone Apartments

3081 Jewelstone DrDayton, OH 45414
Corporate Housing
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Greenglen
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenglen

101 Tree Glen WayDayton, OH 45415
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Parkville
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkville

1100 Taywood DrEnglewood, OH 45322
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Shiloh Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shiloh Villas

4000 Willow DrDayton, OH 45426
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Covenant Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Covenant Manor

4951 Covenant House DrDayton, OH 45426
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Gateway Village
3 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Village

1206 Union RdEnglewood, OH 45322
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1290 Sanlor Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1290 Sanlor Avenue

1290 Sanlor AveWest Milton, OH 45383
Corporate Housing
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90 Woods Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

90 Woods Dr

90 Woods DrWest Milton, OH 45383

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Clayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, OH is a Studio unit found at Cedargate in the Northwest neighborhood priced from $685. Shiloh Gardens Independent Living in the Outer Northeast neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $779. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CedargateStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$685
Shiloh Gardens Independent Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$779
Meadows of CatalpaChristy1BR,1BA$795
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$825
Trotwood CommonsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$845
Englewood Villas & ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$888
Rivers Edge Apartments and TownhomesCuyahoga1BR,1BA$899
Westbrooke Village Apartments1BD/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$900
Willowood ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$929

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.34 price per square foot The Den Renovated Model at Fox Run in the in the Outer Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Flat Model at Carriage House Apartments starting at $965 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Northwest 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.
Fox RunThe Den Renovated2BR,1BA$1.34
Carriage House Apartments2 Bedroom Flat2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Arbors NorthTwo Bedroom 1.5 bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Trotwood CommonsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.19
Siena Village Senior LivingThe Aspen2BR,1BA$1.41
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$1.15
Meadows of CatalpaAspen1BR,1BA$1.29
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.37
Westbrooke Village Apartments1BD/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.44
Englewood Villas & ResidencesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42

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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 $779 at Shiloh Gardens Independent Living.

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 $929 at Rivers Edge Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Englewood Villas & Residences and starts from $1,175.

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Learn About the Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Dayton, OH

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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