Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA from $500 (31 Rentals)

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VISTA CREEK
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

VISTA CREEK

2220 Cougar DrLaughlin, NV 89029
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Sunrise Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

320 Lee AveBullhead City, AZ 86429
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Somerset Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Village

3150 Harrison StKingman, AZ 86401
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7645 N Star Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7645 N Star Ave

7645 N Star AveTwentynine Palms, CA 92277
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Orchard Villas
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Villas

84500 Avenue 52Coachella, CA 92236
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Silver Cliffs Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Cliffs Apartments

1570 Paseo GrandeBullhead City, AZ 86442
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Kingman Resort Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingman Resort Homes

1750 E Jagerson AveKingman, AZ 86409
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Cherokee Trail
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cherokee Trail

7239 Cherokee TrlYucca Valley, CA 92284
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Essex, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Dumosa Senior Village (55+ Senior Community) in the Old Town Yucca Valley neighborhood priced from $557. Waldorf Manor - Senior Community - 55+ in the Vista Hacienda neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $588. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dumosa Senior Village (55+ Senior Community)1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$557
Waldorf Manor - Senior Community - 55+StudiosStudio,1BA$588
VISTA CREEKColorado1BR,1BA$680
2310 E Jagerson Ave1 Bed1BR,1BA$850
Adobe Highlands Luxury Apartments in BullheadPrivate Room Private Bath1BR,1BA$888
Canyon Walk Apartment HomesThe Sage1BR,1BA$900
The Vistas Apartment HomesThe Riverside2BR,1BA$944
Mountain View CottagesStudioStudio,1BA$945
Somerset VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Parker's Last ResortStudioStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA and Nearby

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $0.92 price per square foot Plan A Model at The Villas at South Pointe in the in the Cottage Court neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Plan B Model at Andorra Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the La Paloma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Villas at South PointePlan A2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Andorra ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$1.57
Desert Bay Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.03
Quail Springs Village2+22BR,2BA$1.53
The Vistas Apartment HomesThe Riverside2BR,1BA$1.22
2310 E Jagerson Ave1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.13
Canyon Walk Apartment HomesThe Sage1BR,1BA$1.25
Dumosa Senior Village (55+ Senior Community)1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.83
VISTA CREEKColorado1BR,1BA$1.06
Waldorf Manor - Senior Community - 55+1 x11BR,1BA$1.29

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at Waldorf Manor - Senior Community - 55+ listed at $588.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $557 at Dumosa Senior Village (55+ Senior Community).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex is starting from $814 at VISTA CREEK.

What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at VISTA CREEK and starts from $937.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.