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Clayton, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, AL is a 4 Beds unit found at University Corners priced from $450. Wooddale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Corners4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$450
Wooddale ApartmentsWooddale, Oakdale, Shady Oaks1BR,1BA$600
Camellia Commonsone bed (suite)1BR,1BA$642
Willow Terrace ApartmentsThe Julianne1BR,1BA$650
The Landings on Sandfort1 Bedroom Cottege1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, AL and Nearby

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $0.84 price per square foot 2 x 1 Model at The Tarragon Apartments in the starting from $989. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME Model at Summerwood Townhomes starting at $950 with a $0.86 price per square foot . 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.
The Tarragon Apartments2 x 12BR,1BA$0.84
Summerwood Townhomes2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$0.86
Summer Court Townhomes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Rock Creek2 Bedroom/1.5 Bathroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Heron Cove2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$0.91
Oates Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.83
University Corners2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.59
Eastgate Landing ApartmentsDownstairs2BR,1BA$0.92
Camellia Commonstwo bed (deluxe)2BR,1BA$0.86
Willow Terrace ApartmentsThe Lexxie1BR,1BA$0.98

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Getting Around Clayton, AL

Walk Score®

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $600 at Wooddale Apartments.

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 $520 at University Corners.

What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Terrace Apartments and starts from $875.

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