6657 Garner Ave, Unit 1st Floor
6657 Garner Ave
St. LouisMO63139
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $500 (19 Rentals)
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$705 - $8651 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oak Park Apartments
6226-6238 Oakland AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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Forest View
6724 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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$1,1501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1040 Art Hill Pl, Unit 1038 1F
1040 Art Hill PlSt. Louis, MO 63139
1032 Sanford Ave
St. LouisMO63139
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$1,2001 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 7
1032 Sanford Ave
1032 Sanford AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Squire Apartments
7128 Manchester RdSt. Louis, MO 63143
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Oakview Place
1014-38 Oakview PlSt. Louis, MO 63110
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The Emma
6244 Oakland AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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6246-48 South Rosebury Ave
6246-48 Rosebury AveSt. Louis, MO 63105
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
6716-22 Clayton Ave
6716-6722 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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Gratiot School Apartments
1615 Hampton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
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1 Bedroom Apartments
West Forest View
6734 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63139
6655 Berthold Ave
St. LouisMO63139
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1 Bedroom Apartments
6216-20 Northwood Ave
6216-20 Northwood AveSt. Louis, MO 63105
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1010 Hi-Pointe Place
1010 Hi Pointe PlSt. Louis, MO 63117
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Horner Place Apartments
7115-7127 Horner AveSt. Louis, MO 63117
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$1,200 - $1,6002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rosebury Apartments
6300 N Rosebury AveClayton, MO 63105
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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 | $1,602 | $1,484 | $1,877 |
| Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $705 | $2,841 |
| Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $1,200 | $3,478 |
| Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $2,475 | $3,424 |
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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. West Forest View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Rosebury Apartments | 6302-2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Cortona at Forest Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,306 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, MO
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.63 price per square foot 6242 Southwood 2x2 Model at DeMun in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Park Clayton starting at $1,754 with a $1.83 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. |
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| DeMun | 6242 Southwood 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Park Clayton | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 1040 Art Hill Pl, Unit 1038 1F | 1040 Art Hill Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Rosebury Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Encore at Forest Park | A1+ | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Hibernia Apartments | Verde | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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 $2,721.
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 46 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 $987 which is $1,734 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clayton.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.