Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, NE from $500 (32 Rentals)

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Clay Center, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clay Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clay Center, NE is a Studio unit found at Old Walnut priced from $645. Kearney Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $819. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clay Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Old WalnutStudioStudio,1BA$645
Kearney Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$819
Autumn Park Apartments2.1C2BR,1BA$925
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$955
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1,045
Talon ApartmentsPhillips1BR,1BA$1,149
Element 30 ApartmentsSkyway1BR,1BA$1,290
Legacy 34Novak2BR,2BA$1,325
Flats at 5thWildwood2BR,2BA$1,750
Concord Villas2 Bed Double2BR,2BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clay Center, NE and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clay Center area is the $1.91 price per square foot 3 Bed Single Model at Concord Villas in the starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Clay Center apartment is the McKinley FURNISHED Model at Element 30 Apartments starting at $2,565 with a $2.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Clay Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Concord Villas3 Bed Single3BR,2BA$1.91
Element 30 ApartmentsMcKinley FURNISHED2BR,2BA$2.15
Flats at 5thWildwood2BR,2BA$1.59
124 W 3rd St, Unit Downtown Industrial Loft124 W 3rd St2BR,1BA$1.90
Autumn Park Apartments2.1C2BR,1BA$1.01
Legacy 34Rodgers1BR,1BA$2.25
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.28
Talon ApartmentsNeligh1BR,1BA$2.03
Kearney Apartment HomesStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70
Old WalnutStudioStudio ,1BA$1.59

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Getting Around Clay Center, NE

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25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clay Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clay Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clay Center is at Old Walnut listed at $645.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clay Center Apartment is $745 at Old Walnut.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clay Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clay Center is starting from $875 at Old Walnut.

What is the most affordable Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clay Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Kearney Apartments and starts from $955.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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