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Essa, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Available Essa Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essa, ON is a Studio unit found at Ruby Heights in the Black Creek neighborhood priced from C$1,669. Park Terraces North & South in the Banbury Don Mills York Mills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ruby Heights0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)Studio,1BAC$1,669
Park Terraces North & SouthBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,675
114 Holland St W1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,695
31 Clearview HeightsBachelor - RenovatedStudio,1BAC$1,695
Tippett ParkResidence Six1BR,1BAC$1,708

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essa, ON and Nearby

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essa area is the C$2.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Oakview Heights in the in the Bathurst Manor neighborhood starting from C$2,695. The second greatest value Essa apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Sandringham House starting at C$2,100 with a C$2.00 price per square foot in the Bathurst Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakview Heights2 Bedroom2BR,2BAC$2.28
Sandringham House1 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.00
111 Inverlochy BoulevardTwo bedroom,one bathroom2BR,1BAC$2.39
Valencia Towers2 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)2BR,1BAC$2.29
Balmoral Apartment2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.42
Duncanwoods ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.33
75 Huron Heights2 Beds, 1 Bath2BR,1BAC$2.14
Bathville Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.33
75 Orenda Court2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BAC$2.34
114 Holland St W1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Essa

What type of rentals are currently available in Essa?

There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Essa, ON with pricing that ranges from C$1,669 to C$4,497. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essa ranging from C$825 to C$7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essa ranges from C$825 to C$7,500 with an average monthly rent of C$2,843.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essa range from C$2,120 to C$4,497, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$2,250 to C$4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$3,750.

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