Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $500 (20 Rentals)

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Squire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Squire Apartments

7128 Manchester RdSt. Louis, MO 63143
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Oakview Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Place

1014-38 Oakview PlSt. Louis, MO 63110
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The Emma
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Emma

6244 Oakland AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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6716-22 Clayton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6716-22 Clayton Ave

6716-6722 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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West Forest View
1 Bedroom Apartments

West Forest View

6734 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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6216-20 Northwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6216-20 Northwood Ave

6216-20 Northwood AveSt. Louis, MO 63105
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1010 Hi-Pointe Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

1010 Hi-Pointe Place

1010 Hi Pointe PlSt. Louis, MO 63117
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Horner Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Horner Place Apartments

7115-7127 Horner AveSt. Louis, MO 63117
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Clayton, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

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. West Forest View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Park Apartments1 Bedroom_1 Bath 1BR,1BA$865
West Forest View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,045
Forest View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Cortona at Forest ParkA11BR,1BA$1,306
Lofts at Forest ParkA11BR,1BA$1,369

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.78 price per square foot B1 Model at Lofts at Forest Park in the in the Hi-Point neighborhood starting from $2,302. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 6323 S. Rosebury Ave. #3E Model at DeMun starting at $1,895 with a $1.72 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at Forest ParkB12BR,2BA$1.78
DeMun6323 S. Rosebury Ave. #3E2BR,2BA$1.72
Dorchesterdor-1bTB1BR,1BA$1.87
1010 Sanford Ave, Unit 11010 Sanford Ave1BR,1BA$1.44
Park Clayton1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92
Forest View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.91
1429 Tamm Ave, Unit 1st floor South1429 Tamm Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
West Forest View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.74
1149 Louisville Ave, Unit 1 N1149 Louisville Ave1BR,1BA$1.95
Oak Park Apartments1 Bedroom_1 Bath 1BR,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Clayton, St. Louis, MO

Ranked #96

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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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 $865, while the average apartment in Clayton costs $2,790.

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 9 regular apartments in Clayton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.