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16h ago
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1001 Amelia Station Way, Clayton, NC 27520
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,265–$1,915
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20h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,215
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20h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,205
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,205
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,205
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,205
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Clayton
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,395
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6h ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,930
$1,805
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Available Jun 17
6h ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,070
$1,815
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Available Jun 2
Garage Parking
Outdoor Space
Walk-In Closets
Dishwasher
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,575
$2,420
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Available Jun 16
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,755
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Available Aug 19
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,560
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,265
$2,110
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Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,255
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Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,970
$1,845
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Available May 18
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,125
$2,020
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,435
$2,200
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Available May 28
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,240
$2,045
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Available May 28
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,915
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Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
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4 beds
3.5 baths
$2,500
$2,310
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,770
$2,045
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Available Jun 8
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,185
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Available Jun 29
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,245
$2,050
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Available May 26
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,035
House for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,030
$1,880
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Available May 22
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,195
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,995
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,290
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Available Jul 30
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
$1,865
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Available May 29
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,760
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Available Apr 22
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,990
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Available Jul 27
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,230
$2,125
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Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,750
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Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,160
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Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,175
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Available Jul 17
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,020
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Available May 28
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,035
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Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,095
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Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,215
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Available Jul 8
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,845
$1,685
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Available May 8
5d+ ago
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2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,635
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Available Jun 29
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,940
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Available Jul 2
12h ago
Verified
155 Flowers Crest Way, Clayton, NC 27527
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,310
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Available Jul 1
3d ago
Verified
4 beds
3.5 baths
$2,450
$2,330
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Available Jul 14
3d ago
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5 beds
2.5 baths
$2,510
$2,400
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Available Jul 14
3d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,070
$1,965
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Available Jul 20
3d ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,565
$2,270
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Available May 12
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,210
$2,100
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Available Jul 8
5d+ ago
Verified
49 Norwich Dr, Clayton, NC 27520
Garage parking | Walk-in closets | Outdoor space
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,099
$1,995
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House for rent
Available May 28
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Clayton, NC, has a friendly suburban atmosphere that residents appreciate, often highlighting the family-oriented environment and access to parks. The town's growing dining and shopping scene is a plus for many, making it convenient for daily needs. However, some locals note traffic congestion during peak hours and the limited public transportation options as downsides to living here. Overall, residents enjoy the balance of small-town feel with proximity to the larger city amenities in nearby Raleigh.
Clayton's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,500 monthly. One-bedroom rents remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, but two-bedroom apartments experienced a 5.8% decrease from 2024.
December represents the optimal time to search for apartments in Clayton, offering both the lowest seasonal rents and the least competitive rental environment. June has the highest rent while December sees the lowest, creating about a 3% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Summerlyn, Riverwood Athletic Club, and Glen Laurel stand out as Clayton's premier rental neighborhoods, offering strong community connections through shared spaces and well-developed infrastructure. Glen Laurel generates significant consumer interest despite representing just 1% of the market, while Riverwood Athletic Club comprises 6% of local listings with consistent renter demand.
Riverwood Athletic Club is a popular neighborhood that offers a blend of affordability and desirable amenities, with 1-bedroom rents averaging $1,205 per month.
Clayton offers excellent options for pet owners, with 64% of listings featuring pet-friendly policies. Riverwood Athletic Club and Summerlyn provide the most comprehensive pet accommodations, including pet-friendly flooring, pet waste stations, dedicated grooming areas, and flexible policies with no breed restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Clayton rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. Three-bedroom apartments show the highest rate of utility inclusion, but even these represent only a minimal fraction of available rentals in the market.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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