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$705 - $1,0901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oak Park Apartments
6226-6238 Oakland AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $500 (19 Rentals)
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1429 Tamm Ave, Unit 1st floor South
1429 Tamm AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
1615 Hampton Ave
St. LouisMO63139
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$925 - $1,080Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Southwood Apartments - County
6340-6346 Southwood AveClayton, MO 63105
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From Arch to Apartment: The St. Louis Insider's Guide to Renting Near the Area's Top Employers
The St. Louis Insider's Guide to renting near BJC, WashU, Boeing, SSM Health, and Anheuser-Busch. Find your perfect neighborhood to balance commute, lifestyle, and budget.
1340 Yale Ave
Richmond HeightsMO63117
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Clayton, St. Louis, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Studio Apartments | $1,359 | $1,050 | $2,130 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $705 | $2,248 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $1,090 | $10,000+ |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $2,613 | $3,699 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clayton area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Park Apartments priced from $705. Southwood Apartments - County has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Southwood Apartments - County | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.82 price per square foot B1 Model at Lofts at Forest Park in the in the Hi-Point neighborhood starting from $2,356. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 6242 Southwood 2x2 Model at DeMun starting at $1,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Cheltenham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Forest Park | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| DeMun | 6242 Southwood 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Park Clayton | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 6340 Northwood Ave, Unit 2E | 6340 Northwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Dorchester | dor-1bTC | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 1429 Tamm Ave, Unit 1st floor South | 1429 Tamm Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Southwood Apartments - County | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?
The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Oak Park Apartments which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $3,093.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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