Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clayton, DE from $500 (5 Rentals)

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Clayton, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, DE is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows at Clearfield in the Parker's Run neighborhood priced from $530. Premier Village Apartments in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Willows at Clearfield2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$530
Premier Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Towne Point Apartments1 B - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, DE and Nearby

As of February 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.78 price per square foot Duplex - 2 Story Model at Eden Hill Village in the in the Parker's Run neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the Horseshoe Crab Large Model at Leander Lakes starting at $2,199 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Parker's Run 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.
Eden Hill VillageDuplex - 2 Story3BR,2.5BA$1.78
Leander LakesHorseshoe Crab Large3BR,2BA$1.57
The Reserve at South Ridge Phase l2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.43
The Willows at Cecilton2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.10
The Willows at Clearfield2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$0.50
Sunnyside Apartments1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$1.40
Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.57
Governors Place Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.74
Christina Apartments1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$1.73
Towne Point Apartments1 B - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73

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Getting Around Clayton, DE

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Premier Village Apartments listed at $1,100.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $1,150 at Towne Point 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 $530 at The Willows at Clearfield.

What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Leander Lakes and starts from $1,565.

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