
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA (32 Rentals)


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Essex, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Essex Studio Apartments | $1,243 | $750 | $1,583 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $839 | $2,685 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,007 | $3,020 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,119 | $4,305 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CA is found at Mediterra Apartment Homes in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood and is 985 square feet priced from $2,250. Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 917 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Mediterra Apartment Homes | Alexandria | 985 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes | Solano | 917 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Hawk | 886 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
Mira Bella | Vista | 818 Sq Ft | $1,516 |
Millennium Apartments | Acacia | 809 Sq Ft | $2,430 |
Arches at La Quinta | Mohave | 800 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Seville | 750 Sq Ft | $1,552 |
Watercrest at the Polo Fields | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 745 Sq Ft | $1,845 |
Royal Palms | Aruba | 725 Sq Ft | $1,915 |
Smoketree | Floor Plan A | 710 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CA is the The Nugget Model starting from $839 at The Vistas Apartment Homes in the Cottage Court neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 1 Bedroom is the Studio Model at Sunset Apartments starting at $895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,769. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Vistas Apartment Homes | The Nugget | $839 |
Sunset Apartments | Studio | $895 |
Sunrise Apartments | Oasis | $920 |
Desert Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $940 |
Fairway Apartments | One-Bedroom | $1,050 |
Mountain View Cottages | Junior 1 Bedroom | $1,060 |
VISTA CREEK | Colorado | $1,063 |
Halter Sunset Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,160 |
Cherokee Trail | 1BR/1BA | $1,250 |
The Haven River Lodge | 1 BR 1 BA | $1,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Essex is at The Vistas Apartment Homes listed at $839.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,769.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 985 square feet unit starting from $2,250 at Mediterra Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 700 sq ft.
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