
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH from $300 (49 Rentals)
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62 W Nottingham Rd

Shiloh Gardens Independent Living

Meadows of Catalpa

4278 Catalpa Dr.

3858 Haney Rd

Belle Meadows

Carriage House Apartments

Trotwood Commons
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Englewood Villas & Residences

Siena Village Senior Living

Stoneridge Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments and Townhomes

Willowood Apartments

Arbors North

Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments

Maison Hills

Fox Run
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Salem Woods

Union Terminal

505 Brookwood Ct

Eagle Ridge Apartments

Stillwater Landing

300 Forest Park Dr

270 E Nottingham Rd

Orchard at Shiloh Phase II

Brownstone Apartments
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3222 Athens Ave

17 Maylan Dr

Greenglen

Parkville

Shiloh Villas

Chestnut Woods Apartments

3507 Kathleen Ave

Pleasantwood Apartments & Townhomes

Covenant Manor
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Westbrooke Village Apartments

461-481 N Broadway St

Gateway Village

90 Woods Dr

3537 Otterbein Ave

Sanlor Avenue Apartments

1299 Sanlor Ave

1720 Kings Mill Ct

1004 W Fairview Ave
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2109 Victoria Ave

1498 Elaine St

The Vineyards

Shadowood Luxury Apartments
Clayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $779 | $1,585 |
| Cheap Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $750 | $2,140 |
| Cheap Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $1,175 | $1,620 |
| Cheap Clayton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at 270 E Nottingham Rd in the Mount Vernon neighborhood priced from $650. Chestnut Woods Apartments in the Outer Northeast neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 270 E Nottingham Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Chestnut Woods Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Shiloh Gardens Independent Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| Meadows of Catalpa | Christy | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Trotwood Commons | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Westbrooke Village Apartments | 1BD/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Englewood Villas & Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments and Townhomes | Maumee | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Willowood Apartments | One Bed One Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH
As of June 14, 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 Two Bedroom Garden Model at Trotwood Commons starting at $1,075 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Northern Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run | The Den Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Trotwood Commons | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Chestnut Woods Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Siena Village Senior Living | The Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Meadows of Catalpa | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Arbors North | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments and Townhomes | Maumee | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Westbrooke Village Apartments | 1BD/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 270 E Nottingham Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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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 $650 at 270 E Nottingham Rd.
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 $895 at Chestnut Woods Apartments.
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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