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Clayton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clayton Studio Apartments | $925 | $775 | $1,075 |
Clayton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $890 | $700 | $1,325 |
Clayton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $775 | $1,499 |
Clayton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $1,050 | $1,549 |
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Cheapest Available Clayton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton, OH is a Studio unit found at Pleasantwood Apartments & Townhomes in the Little Richmond neighborhood priced from $775. Shiloh Gardens Independent Living in the Outer Northeast neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $779. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pleasantwood Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Shiloh Gardens Independent Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
Trotwood Commons | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton, OH and Nearby
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton area is the $1.10 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhouse Model at Trotwood Commons in the in the Northern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Clayton apartment is the The Den Model at Fox Run starting at $999 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the James M. Cox Dayton International Airport 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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Trotwood Commons | Three Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
Fox Run | The Den | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Garden Woods Apartments | Renovated Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Bloomfield Apartments | The Montia | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Arbors North | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
Siena Village Senior Living | The Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Belle Meadows | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
90 Wood Drive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Salem Woods | The Bell | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Meadows of Catalpa | Alpine | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Getting Around Clayton, OH
Walk Score®
16 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Pleasantwood Apartments & Townhomes listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clayton Apartment is $779 at Shiloh Gardens Independent Living.
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 $925 at 90 Wood Drive.
What is the most affordable Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clayton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Englewood Villas & Residences and starts from $1,175.
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