Cheap Homes for Rent in Clayton Neighborhood of Kansas City, MO from $1,100 (6 Rentals)

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Clayton, Kansas City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clayton area of Kansas City, MO is a Studio unit found at Northland Studios priced from $725. Broadway Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent in Kansas City, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland StudiosClassicStudio,1BA$725
Broadway StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$740
Creeks of GladstoneStone Creek 1Studio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments in the in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Pike Model at The Hills starting at $1,475 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley 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.
Clayton Apartments3 Bed-1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.02
The HillsPike3BR,2BA$1.27
1 Twenty Two at 63rd2x12BR,1BA$0.94
720 NE 68th St, Unit 724720 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.07
730 NE 68th St, Unit 722730 NE 68th St2BR,1BA$1.10
NoRiThe Bay2BR,1BA$1.31
Latitude 72One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.14
Tanglewood Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath | 775 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.18
THE BICYCLE CLUBAspen w/ Fireplace & Sunroom1BR,1BA$1.27
The Belmont ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO with pricing that ranges from $725 to $3,591. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton ranging from $1,100 to $3,900.

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 $1,100 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,541.

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 $1,148 to $3,591, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,199. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,170.

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