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  • Designer Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances Spacious Bedroom with Walk-in Closet
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    128 Mill Street, Clayton, NC 27520
    222 Units available
    1 BED $1,525
    2 BEDS $1,735
    3 BEDS $2,150
    Designer Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances Spacious Bedroom with Walk-in Closet Spacious Community Kitchen 24-Hour Fitness Center
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    Clayton’s newest apartment that’s anything but run of the mill. Adapted from an existing historic textile plant, Spinning Mill Lofts offers 25 sun-filled loft apartments complete with original mill windows, exposed beams and high ceilings that provide a bright, open, and airy aesthetic throughout. Ample garden-style apartment options offer something for everyone at this unique retreat. Outside, the iconic smokestack overlooks the must-have sun-drenched amenities like a resort-style pool and deck, Pool house with covered fireplace patio and social yard. Inside we’ve got your play, work and healthy lifestyle covered with the pub lounge, coworking lounge and fitness center with separate multi-purpose room. And for our furry friends, there’s a spacious Bark Park. Located within walking distance to the breweries, restaurants, and shops in Clayton’s vibrant downtown, Spinning Mills Lofts offers a neighborly and diverse small-town experience that also connects conveniently to the business hubs and opportunities in the Triangle area.

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    • Pets Allowed
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    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan
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    56 Bent Branch Loop, Clayton, NC 27527
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    2 BEDS $1,648
    3 BEDS $1,874
    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan a dining room with a table and chairs and a clock a game room with a pool table and a tv
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    5/5 Mayolo on Jul 30, 2023

    Loved the area and community . Great place to stay and enjoy your experience

    5/5 Leo D. on Feb 2, 2021

    What Can You Say There is nothing better to have. Good people, Good location

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    380 Topwater Drive, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,278+
    2 BEDS $1,415+
    3 BEDS $1,749+
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    20 Pine Hall Drive, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,577
    2 BEDS $1,850+
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    368 Athletic Club Blvd, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,125
    2 BEDS $1,350
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    Gelbvieh Place, Clayton, NC 27527
    2 BEDS $1,585+
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    128 Mill Street, Clayton, NC 27520
    1 BED $1,525
    2 BEDS $1,735
    3 BEDS $2,150
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    1070 Kenmore Dr, Clayton, NC 27520
    1 BED $1,199+
    2 BEDS $1,324+
    3 BEDS $1,699+
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    434 Athletic Club Blvd, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,125
    2 BEDS $1,350
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    284 Gretzky Parkway, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,095
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    47 Stallings Mill Loop, Clayton, NC 27520
    1 BED $1,445+
    2 BEDS $1,465+
    3 BEDS $1,929
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    56 Bent Branch Loop, Clayton, NC 27527
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    2 BEDS $1,648
    3 BEDS $1,874
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    20 Pine Hall Drive, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,290+
    2 BEDS $1,550+
    3 BEDS $1,850
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    284 Gretzky Parkway, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,110
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    203 Aster Bloom Lane, Raleigh, NC 27610
    1 BED $750
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    Stansbury Lane, Clayton, NC 27527
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    2 BEDS $1,450
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    Athletic Club Blvd., Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,125
    2 BEDS $1,350
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    409-413 BROOK STREET, CLAYTON, NC 27520
    2 BEDS $1,345
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    21 Sarazen Drive, Clayton, NC 27527
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    492 Lakemont Drive, Clayton, NC 27520
    5 BEDS $2,600
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    Brick Kiln Loop, Clayton, NC 27527
    2 BEDS $1,540
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    TIP APPLICATIONS-RAL, Clayton, NC 27520
    Studio $10
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    284 Gretzky Parkway, Clayton, NC 27527
    1 BED $1,095+
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    3+ BEDS $1,950
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    782 RIVER DELL TOWNES AVE, CLAYTON, NC 27527
    3 BEDS $2,215
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    Brick Kiln Loop, Clayton, NC 27527
    2 BEDS $1,540
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Average rent in Clayton, NC

$1,560/mo Clayton, NC average rental price, March 2024
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Clayton, NC is $1,560.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,713, the average rent in Clayton, NC is $1,560.

Getting around in Clayton, NC

14 /100
Car-Dependent
27 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 14, Bike Score®: 27

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Clayton, NC last updated?

Prices and availability in Clayton, NC were last updated on 17 Apr 2024.

What are the best apartments in Clayton, NC?

The best apartments in Clayton, NC are: Spinning Mill Lofts, The Arbors at East Village, Ardmore at Flowers, Reserve at Glen Laurel and Riverwood Villas-rwaciii.

What is the average rent in Clayton, NC?

The average rent in Clayton, NC is $1,560. Start your search for apartments in Clayton, NC now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC is between $750 and $2,555. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Clayton, NC now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC is between $1,095 and $3,145. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Clayton, NC is between $1,095 and $2,380. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Clayton, NC.

What type of rental buildings are in Clayton, NC?

In Clayton 34% of the housing is rented out compared to 66% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 4% of Clayton’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 27% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Clayton, NC?

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 13 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 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Clayton, NC?

Rental apartments in Clayton come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0% 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 28% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 55% 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, NC

Just 30 minutes southeast of Raleigh is the small suburb of Clayton, NC, in Johnson County, which offers renters with families access to an above-average school system run by the county. For young professionals who rent, but want a quiet and charming community with an easy commute, Clayton is it. The town itself is very close-knit with many natural areas to explore - like the Sam's Branch Greenway with biking, hiking and green spaces to enjoy. The downtown area of Clayton is also popular for art and culture, with the town putting on many festivals and events each year featuring art and music. Overall, it's a fun place to live with coffee shops, restaurants, and bars near rental homes, especially in the downtown area.

Renting in Clayton, NC

Renters make up a little more than 30% of the population here, and careful attention is paid in each rental community to make renters feel at home. That includes stellar inside amenities in luxury rentals, like granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings. Here, it's easy to choose to live in a rental apartment that has a pool, a fitness center and a clubhouse that can be rented out for gatherings. Most of the rental apartments in Clayton are also pet-friendly with a small deposit to secure the home. Notably, being close to downtown Clayton is a fun part of the town with walkable amenities to rental apartments, like taverns and boutique shops run by locals.

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Shopping in Clayton, NC

Downtown Clayton is a fun place for renters to shop as there are many small, boutique-style stores with unique finds, home goods and clothing. For instance, renters and visitors alike can stroll down Main Street stopping for a cup of joe at a local coffeehouse or duck into a tavern for an evening cocktail. Other places around town to shop near rental apartments are the Clayton Village Shopping Center, Clayton Place and Fayetteville Street Station. As for big-box stores, there's a Walmart Supercenter centrally located near many rental communities. Plus, with Raleigh being just a 30-minute drive away, it's easy to take advantage of all of the amenities that this bigger city has to offer, like the Crabtree Valley Mall with multiple levels and more than 100 retail stores in this indoor complex.

Transportation in Clayton, NC

The Johnson County Area Transit System runs the buses that go all around Clayton. This makes it easy for renters to get to popular areas around town, as well as take a connection to Raleigh for renters without a vehicle who work there. Meanwhile, the Raleigh-Durham International Airport is the one that most renters will use to fly out of town, with a travel time of only 35 minutes to get there. Finally, Clayton is considered a bike-friendly town with many dedicated bike lanes that make it safer for renters to bike for recreation or transportation.

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