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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Onsite laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Great amenities
  • Convenient central location

Location

601 S Clayton St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA|South Oakland
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Management

Core 3 Residential Real Estate, LLC

Leasing office

(309) 485-5633

Property Overview

601 S. Clayton offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, outstanding price (10/10), and high marks for amenities and location (9/10 each), supported by transparent listing details (7/10 trustworthiness). With onsite laundry, off-street parking, and a convenient central location close to parks, transit, and entertainment, it ranks well in both value for money and value per square foot compared to nearby options. It is also highlighted for environmental sustainability, work-from-home readiness, pet friendliness, and an active social scene.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 601 S. Clayton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 601 S. Clayton has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath575+ sqft$875–$975 /mo2 units availableNow available - this spacious and recently updated one-bedroom apartment offers comfortable living in a highly convenient central location! Situated in the heart of Bloomington, you’ll enjoy easy access to local dining, shopping, and everyday essentials. The unit features a refreshed interior with modern updates while maintaining a practical and welcoming layout. Residents also benefit from off-street parking and onsite laundry, adding convenience to daily living. If you’re looking for a well-located, updated space with great amenities, this Bloomington apartment is a perfect fit. Schedule a showing today to see it for yourself.

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Amenities for 601 S. Clayton

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units5
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About 601 S. Clayton

HomeApartments in BloomingtonSouth Oakland 601 S. Clayton

Now available - this spacious and recently updated one-bedroom apartment offers comfortable living in a highly convenient central location! Situated in the heart of Bloomington, you’ll enjoy easy access to local dining, shopping, and everyday essentials. The unit features a refreshed interior with modern updates while maintaining a practical and welcoming layout. Residents also benefit from off-street parking and onsite laundry, adding convenience to daily living. If you’re looking for a well-located, updated space with great amenities, this Bloomington apartment is a perfect fit. Schedule a showing today to see it for yourself.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 601 S. Clayton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 601 S. Clayton has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 601 S. Clayton
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
601 S. Clayton offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
601 S. Clayton goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 601 S. Clayton receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
601 S. Clayton is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 601 S. Clayton does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
601 S. Clayton provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

601 S. Clayton is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 62 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 25 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Work-from-home

  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 12 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 601 S. Clayton compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in South Oakland

1-bedroom apartments at 601 S. Clayton cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,493
July 2024$2,024
August 2024$1,429
September 2024$1,002
October 2024$912
November 2024$943
December 2024$958
January 2025$939
February 2025$861
March 2025$877
April 2025$787
May 2025$774
June 2025$749
July 2025$714
August 2025$745
September 2025$725
October 2025$731
November 2025$804
December 2025$843
January 2026$860
February 2026$822
March 2026$858
April 2026$948

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 601 S Clayton St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 601 S. Clayton

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Oakland Elementary School

1605 e oakland ave

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
B-

Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education

1402 w olive st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Bloomington near 601 S Clayton St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 601 S Clayton St, Bloomington

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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