Amelia Village
1070 Kenmore Dr,
Clayton, NC 27520
$1,299 - $1,919
1-3 Beds
Clayton
Clayton, NC Area Guide
Raleigh’s artsy, nature-loving satellite town
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Welcome to Clayton, North Carolina, a growing community located just 16 miles southeast of downtown Raleigh. This established town combines historic charm with contemporary living options, from preserved homes in the Clayton Historic District to new rental communities throughout the area.
Clayton's recreational spaces include an extensive network of parks and trails. The Clayton River Walk on the Neuse and the Sam's Branch Greenway Trail provide opportunities for walking, biking, and outdoor recreation. The 32,000-square-foot Clayton Community Center houses fitness facilities, while East Clayton Community Park offers soccer fields and a disc golf course. The Clayton Center, housed in the historic Clayton Graded School building, serves as a performing arts and conference venue in the heart of town. With convenient access to I-40 and US 70, residents can easily reach the Research Triangle while enjoying Clayton's community atmosphere.
Explore the City
Downtown Clayton Main Street
Downtown Zebulon
Lots of Green Space
Circle Fountain in Riverwood
9 Bar Coffee Shop at Riverwood
Sitting Next to the Neuse River and Surrounded by Riverwood Golf Club, Riverwood Has a Lot to Offer for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Clayton, NC is $1,364 for one bedroom, $1,556 for two bedrooms, and $1,845 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clayton has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,364/month
801 Sq Ft
House
$1,983/month
1,823 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,707/month
1,120 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clayton, NC is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
32
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
33
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Clemmons Educational State Forest
- Anderson Point Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
Top Apartments in Clayton
Houses for Rent in Clayton
Property Management Companies in Clayton, NC
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The Michaels Organization
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Drucker & Falk
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ECI Group
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.