
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $500 (17 Rentals)
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6749 Plateau Ave, Unit 1F

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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 | $1,463 | $1,330 | $1,697 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,603 | $865 | $2,253 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $1,090 | $3,525 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $2,355 | $3,524 |
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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 $865. Southwood Apartments - County has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,080. 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 | $865 |
| Southwood Apartments - County | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath_735 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Rosebury Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.54 price per square foot 6242 Southwood 2x2 Model at DeMun in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 6227 Victoria Ave Model at 6227 Victoria Ave, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,575 with a $1.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeMun | 6242 Southwood 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| 6227 Victoria Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 6227 Victoria Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Park Clayton | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 6749 Plateau Ave, Unit 1F | 6749 Plateau Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rosebury Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Southwood Apartments - County | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath_735 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clayton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clayton is under $1,391.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton?
The cheapest apartment in Clayton is Oak Park Apartments which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $2,625.
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 48 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clayton?
Cheap apartments in Clayton have an average cost of $925 which is $1,700 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clayton.
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