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Apartments for Rent in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO
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    8025 Bonhomme Ave., Clayton, MO 63105
    Studio $1,550+
    1 BED $2,050+
    2+ BEDS $3,325+
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    8025 Bonhomme Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105
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    212 Meramec Ave, Clayton, MO 63105
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    1 BED $2,162+
    2+ BEDS $3,368+
  • 665 South Skinker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63105
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    6146 Waterman Blvd., Saint Louis, MO 63112
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    8342 Delcrest Dr, St. Louis, MO 63124
    1 BED $1,440+
    2 BEDS $2,260+
    3 BEDS $2,995+
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    9015 Eager Road, Richmond Heights, MO 63144
    Studio $1,434+
    1 BED $1,519+
    2+ BEDS $1,958+
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    Berthold Apts, St. Louis, MO 63139
    2 BEDS $1,695
    3 BEDS $1,725
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    6605 Clayton Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139
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    7525 Melrose Avenue, University City, MO 63130
    2 BEDS $900
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    633 N. Mcknight, St. Louis, MO 63132
    1 BED $969+
    2 BEDS $848+
    3 BEDS $1,589+
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    6325 Victoria Ave, St Louis, MO 63139
    1 BED $1,351+
    2 BEDS $2,212+
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    299 Debaliviere Ave, St. Louis, MO 63112
    Studio $1,475+
    1 BED $1,750+
    2 BEDS $2,995+
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    72D Van Mark Way, St. Louis, MO 63144
    Studio $960+
    1 BED $1,103+
    2+ BEDS $1,078+
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    1619 Bradford Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63133
    2 BEDS $800
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    8669 Old Towne Drive, University City, MO 63132
    1 BED $1,074+
    2 BEDS $1,384+
    3 BEDS $1,855+
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    5622 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112
    1 BED $1,130
    2 BEDS $1,390
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    7135 Canterbury Ave., St. Louis, MO 63143
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    1 BED $1,315
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    5800 Highlands Plaza Drive, St Louis, MO 63110
    Studio $1,499+
    1 BED $1,577+
    2 BEDS $2,272+
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    7520 Balfour, Saint Louis, MO 63133
    3 BEDS $1,300
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    5510 Pershing Ave, St Louis, MO 63112
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    1 BED $1,769+
    2+ BEDS $2,038+
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    5535 Delmar Blvd, St Louis, MO 63112
    2 BEDS $1,509
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    5700 Highlands Plaza Drive, Saint Louis, MO 63110
    Studio $1,689+
    1 BED $1,648+
    2+ BEDS $2,450+
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    5457 Delmar Blvd, St Louis, MO 63112
    1 BED $660+
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    275 Union Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
    Studio $708+
    1 BED $814+
    2+ BEDS $1,414+
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Average rent in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO

$2,329/mo Clayton, St. Louis County, MO average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is $2,329.

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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO last updated?

Prices and availability in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO were last updated on 29 Sep 2023.

What are the best apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The best apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO are: Clayton On The Park, Two Twelve Clayton, Clayton on the Park and The Dorchester.

What is the average rent in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The average rent in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is $2,329. Start your search for apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The price range for a studio apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is between $1,550 and $10,289. View all studio apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is between $2,162 and $9,521. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is between $3,325 and $8,388. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO is between $3,950 and $9,801. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO.

What type of rental buildings are in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

In Clayton 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of Clayton’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 77% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 7% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Clayton are about 19 years old, on average. Of these, 82% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 17 stories. About none of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 38% are mid-rises, and 62% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Clayton, St. Louis County, MO?

Rental apartments in Clayton come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 6% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 59% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 31% of all rentals in Clayton. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Clayton, MO

Just outside of St. Louis is the sophisticated small town of Clayton, MO. In fact, Clayton is only eight miles to the west of the Gateway City via Interstate 64, which makes this town an attractive place for renters who work in the downtown area of St. Louis. The town itself is very collegiate with three different universities located here: Fontbonne University, Concordia Seminary and the Washington University St. Louis campus. So, as you can imagine, many of the renters in this area are college students. That said, there’s also a vibrant community of young professionals and families who rent and love the highly rated school system run by the School District of Clayton. Culture is also abundant near rental homes in Clayton, including the St. Louis Art Museum. And, for open green spaces, there’s Forest Park.

Renting in Clayton, MO

There are many nice, upscale and luxury rental apartments available in Clayton. For instance, many people love to rent in the high-rises that line the downtown district in Clayton. Here, there are shops, restaurants and bars that local renters love to frequent in this part of town. Meanwhile, in other areas of town, you’ll find more traditional rental apartment buildings. These tend to have four or five stories, a central courtyard with a pool, a fitness center and walking trails for pets. Plus, most rental communities are pet-friendly, which is great news for pet owners who love their furry friends.

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Shopping in Clayton, MO

In the downtown district of Clayton, there are many lovely boutique shops that have clothing, home goods, gifts and artisan goods. It’s a fun place for renters to spend a day shopping for more local options. Otherwise, the St. Louis Galleria is only two miles away from Clayton. It features two floors of retail shopping with anchors stores like JCPenney and Macy’s. For grocery stores in Clayton near rental homes, there’s a Whole Foods Market; Straub’s; and Paws & Go Market, which features grab-and-go snacks or meals. Clearly, as a renter, you don’t have to go far to secure everything you need for your rental.

Transportation in Clayton, MO

Public transportation in Clayton is ideal for renters who don’t have cars, but who still want to get around town or commute to St. Louis for work. For example, the bus system and light rail are run by the Metrolink transportation system. More precisely, the blue line of the light rail has two stations that are located in Clayton near rental homes. Buses run by the Metro are also readily available all around town, which makes it easy for renters to get practically anywhere without a car. Alternatively, Interstate 170 is the major highway that goes through Clayton that many renters use to get to other cities. Finally, for air travel, it’s easy to get to the St. Louis Lambert International Airport, which is only 10 miles away.

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