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Clayton, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadows of Catalpa in the Northridge Estates neighborhood priced from $775. 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
Meadows of CatalpaChristy1BR,1BA$775
Shiloh Gardens Independent Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$779
Carriage House Apartments1 bedroom Cottage1BR,1BA$810
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$825
Arbors NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH and Nearby

As of January 12, 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 The Cub Renovated Model at Fox Run starting at $1,249 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Outer Northeast 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
Fox RunThe Cub Renovated2BR,1BA$1.37
Englewood Villas & ResidencesThree Bedroom Garden Apartment3BR,2BA$1.31
Stoneridge Apartments2 Bed 1 BathStoneridge Apartments2BR,1BA$1.07
Shadowood Luxury Apartments2 Bedroom w/Hookups2BR,1BA$1.37
Trotwood CommonsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.19
Belle Meadows1x1 7201BR,1BA$1.15
Carriage House Apartments1 bedroom Cottage1BR,1BA$1.15
Meadows of CatalpaAspen1BR,1BA$1.22
Arbors NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?

There are currently 159 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH with pricing that ranges from $775 to $2,085. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $850 to $3,000.

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 $850 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,660.

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 $1,100 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,745.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Kim Mooneyham

Once an industrial powerhouse in southwest Ohio, Dayton is gradually changing from a strictly blue-collar city to a light blue-collar/white-collar city with education, tech, and urban development opportunities.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.