
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, TX from $600 (58 Rentals)
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Abbington Park Senior Living

Pine Grove

600 Baylor

Lamond Grove

Whisper Oaks

Magnolia Pointe

Sunridge Apartments

Country Club Place

Pine Wood Apartments
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Northeast Hills

North Star Apartments

Hickory Trails Apartments

Huntington Hills Apartments

Evergreen Estates

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Saddle Brook

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The Q's at Towne Oaks

City Center Apartments

Willow Lake

Cambridge Court
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Stone Creek Apartments

The Landmark Apartments

Pinehurst Apartments

The Colonial Apartments

Churchill At Longview

Glen Hollow

Social House

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Magnolia on Eastman

409 Nacogdoches St

Dogwood Village Apartments
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Northview Condominiums

Stonegate

Summer Brook Apartments

Stone Street Apartments

Point North

The Preserve

524 King St

The Windsor

1708 Alpine Rd

819 Gene Alley
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Oakview Condos

City West Apartment Homes

Marshall Crossing - Senior Housing

1602 N 7th

1200 N Fourth St

6308 Frondosa Dr

23 Rue du Soleil

2916 Bernice Dr

2022 Railroad St

4096 Farm to Market 1275
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Clayton, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $803 | $785 | $824 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $691 | $1,410 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $815 | $2,530 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $925 | $1,994 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Maverick on Gilmer priced from $675. Abbington Park Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $691. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick on Gilmer | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Abbington Park Senior Living | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $691 |
| Lamond Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Whisper Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sunridge Apartments | A1-U | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Magnolia Pointe | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Northeast Hills | One Bedroom w/Bar | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Evergreen Estates | The Aspen - Beautiful One Bedroom Apartment Hom... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Huntington Hills Apartments | #2 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Saddle Brook | J1 | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, TX and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.20 price per square foot A3 Model at The Q's at Towne Oaks in the starting from $1,272. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Pine Wood Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Q's at Towne Oaks | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Pine Wood Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
| Maverick on Gilmer | B1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 600 Baylor | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Pine Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | Welcome to Your New Home! - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Abbington Park Senior Living | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Whisper Oaks | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Lamond Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Magnolia Pointe | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 $675 at Maverick on Gilmer.
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 $815 at Pine Grove.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Grove and starts from $925.
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