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Apartments for Rent in Clayton NC

489 Rentals Available

Explore Rent Prices Near Clayton, NC

Clayton, NC’s average rent price is $1,396 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Knightdale $1,384
Wendell $1,567
Garner $1,411
Wake Forest $1,461
Raleigh $1,609

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

Clayton, NC Apartments for Rent

Set just southeast of Raleigh along US 70 and NC 42, Clayton makes commuting simple—about 25–35 minutes to downtown Raleigh via I-40 and roughly 40–50 minutes to Research Triangle Park. You’ll find apartments for rent in Clayton close to everyday errands and green spaces, with easy access to the Clayton Bypass for regional trips. Weekend plans run from the Clayton River Walk on the Neuse and Sam’s Branch Greenway to live shows at The Clayton Center and trails at Clemmons Educational State Forest. If you’re searching for apartments near the Clayton River Walk or rentals close to The Clayton Center, options cluster within a short drive of Main Street.

Neighborhoods to check out: Historic Downtown Clayton for walkable living near cafés, murals, and The Clayton Center; Riverwood (Athletic Club and Golf Club area) for greenway access and neighborhood parks along the Neuse; Flowers Plantation on the east side for planned communities and shopping at Flowers Crossroads; Glen Laurel for wooded streets and quick NC 42 access; LionsGate for community amenities and fast hops to the US 70 Bypass; Tuscany for newer homes close to Sam’s Branch Greenway; Ashcroft near the River Walk trailhead and minutes to East Clayton Community Park; and East Clayton for spacious communities near the Community Center and athletic fields. Dining lands right on Main Street—think barbecue, tacos, and local pours—plus seasonal concerts and festivals on Town Square for easy entertainment close to home.

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Clayton, NC Rental Insights

The average rent in Clayton, NC is $1,363 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in Clayton, NC is slightly less expensive than much of the country.

You can find flexible rentals in Clayton, NC by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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