
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $575 (48 Rentals)
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1535 McCausland Ave

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6330 Clayton Ave

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6436 Alamo Ave

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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 | $1,515 | $1,375 | $1,774 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $825 | $2,177 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $799 | $4,912 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,523 | $2,228 | $3,545 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Oak Park Apartments priced from $1,125. Forest View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Park Clayton | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Dorchester | dor-0bTE | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Hibernia Apartments | Wexford | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Encore at Forest Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,452 |
| Rosebury Apartments | Renovated 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,688 |
| Cortona at Forest Park | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,814 |
| Rosebury Rentals | 6221 E | 2BR,2BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.99 price per square foot 6219 S Model at Rosebury Rentals in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the A2 Model at Lofts at Forest Park starting at $1,688 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Hi-Point 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebury Rentals | 6219 S | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Rosebury Apartments | Renovated 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Park Clayton | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Cortona at Forest Park | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Hibernia Apartments | Celadon | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Encore at Forest Park | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
| Dorchester | dor-0bTE | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clayton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clayton is at Dorchester listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $1,125 at Forest View.
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 $1,125 at Oak Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dorchester and starts from $2,299.
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