Mansions on the Plaza Apartments
8300 Delmar Blvd,
Clayton, MO 63124
Studio - 3 Beds | $1,526 - $4,915
Rental Market Trends in Clayton, MO
What is the average rent in Clayton, MO?
$1,978/month
Average Rent
751 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-2.9%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of January 2025, the average rent in Clayton, MO is $1,978 per month. This is 27% higher than the national average rent price of $1,554/month, making Clayton one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Clayton, you can expect to pay about $1,673 per month for a studio, $1,978 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,529 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,995 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Clayton, MO?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.9%, which averages out to $57 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated January 2025
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2024
2025
Rent Ranges in Clayton, MO
Last Updated January 2025
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
14%
$700 - $1,000/month
36%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
25%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
25%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Clayton?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Clayton is the most affordable neighborhood in Clayton.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Clayton?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Clayton is the most expensive neighborhood in Clayton.
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Average Rent
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Which Clayton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Clayton with the most apartments available is Downtown Clayton .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Clayton, MO?
Because the average rent in Clayton is $1,978, you’ll want to make about $6,593 per month or $79,116 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Clayton, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Clayton, MO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$1,664/month
$1,664/month
One Bedroom
$2,062/month
$2,062/month
Two Bedroom
$2,518/month
$2,518/month
Three Bedroom
$3,812/month
$3,812/month
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Methodology
† 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.