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4105 Natchez Ave

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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Shiloh Gardens Independent Living in the Outer Northeast neighborhood priced from $779. Meadows of Catalpa in the Northridge Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shiloh Gardens Independent Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$779
Meadows of CatalpaChristy1BR,1BA$795
Carriage House Apartments1 bedroom Cottage1BR,1BA$810
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$825
Trotwood CommonsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH and Nearby

As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.07 price per square foot 5317 Greencroft Dr Model at 5317 Greencroft Dr, Unit 5317 in the in the Northern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 162 Chris Drive Model at 162 Chris Drive, Unit 162 starting at $1,150 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.
5317 Greencroft Dr, Unit 53175317 Greencroft Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.07
162 Chris Drive, Unit 162162 Chris Drive2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Englewood Villas & ResidencesThree Bedroom Garden Apartment3BR,2BA$1.31
Stoneridge Apartments2 Bed 1 BathStoneridge Apartments2BR,1BA$1.07
Trotwood CommonsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.16
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$1.15
Carriage House Apartments1 bedroom Cottage1BR,1BA$1.15
Meadows of CatalpaAspen1BR,1BA$1.29
Arbors NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Wingate at Belle Meadows Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?

There are currently 156 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $775 to $2,135. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $700 to $2,590.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clayton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton ranges from $700 to $2,590 with an average monthly rent of $1,329.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clayton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clayton range from $1,175 to $1,605, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $2,497. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,745.

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