30 Lawrence St
LawrenceMA01840
Cheap Homes for Rent in Essex County, MA from $1,300 (81 Rentals)
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116 Lafayette St
SalemMA01970
22 Country Hollow Ln
HaverhillMA01832
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10 Howard St, Unit 1
10 Howard StSalem, MA 01970
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10 Howard StSalem, MA 01970
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10 Howard StSalem, MA 01970
126 Union St
LynnMA01902
376 Washington St
LynnMA01901
90 Sutton St, Unit 3B
90 Sutton St
North AndoverMA01845
37 Osborne Hill Dr
SalemMA01970
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150 Federal St, Unit FOR RENT UTILITIES WIFI PARKING
150 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
65 Moulton St
LynnMA01905
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38 Estes St, Unit 4
38 Estes StLynn, MA 01902
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95 Summer St, Unit 5
95 Summer StHaverhill, MA 01830
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32 Chestnut St, Unit 8
32 Chestnut StLynn, MA 01902
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5 Lasalle Ave
5 Lasalle AveLawrence, MA 01843
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293 Broadway, Unit 2R
293 BroadwayMethuen, MA 01844
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2 Kingsley Terrace, Unit 9
2 Kingsley TerraceLynn, MA 01902
350 Haverhill St
LawrenceMA01840
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33-35 Essex Ct, Unit 1
33-35 Essex CtLynn, MA 01902
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11 Aspen St
LynnMA01905
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11 River Dr, Unit B
11 River DrDanvers, MA 01923
5 Thornton Ave
LawrenceMA01841
75 Beacon St
LawrenceMA01843
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44 Estes St, Unit 5
44 Estes StLynn, MA 01902
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44 Estes St, Unit 14
44 Estes StLynn, MA 01902
7 Thornton Ave
LawrenceMA01841
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38 Estes St, Unit 15
38 Estes StLynn, MA 01902
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38 Estes St, Unit 12
38 Estes StLynn, MA 01902
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23 Central Ave, Unit 301
23 Central AveLynn, MA 01901
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81 Whiting St, Unit 21
81 Whiting St
LynnMA01902
46 Amesbury St
LawrenceMA01840
8 Franklin St
MarbleheadMA01945
645 W Lowell Ave
HaverhillMA01832
206 Primrose St
HaverhillMA01830
73 High Rock St
LynnMA01902
45 Elliott St, Unit #2
45 Elliott St
BeverlyMA01915
6 Venice St
DanversMA01923
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95 Summer St, Unit 2
95 Summer StHaverhill, MA 01830
95 Summer St
HaverhillMA01830
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18 Liberty St
SalisburyMA01952
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12 Summer St, Unit 1
12 Summer StGloucester, MA 01930
131 Ocean St
LynnMA01902
299 Nahant Rd, Unit 4
299 Nahant Rd
NahantMA01908
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257 Washington St, Unit 3
257 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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23 Central Ave, Unit 402
23 Central AveLynn, MA 01901
354 N Main St
AndoverMA01810
23 New Ocean St
SwampscottMA01907
369 Waverly Rd
North AndoverMA01845
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628 Chestnut St, Unit 6
628 Chestnut StLynn, MA 01904
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Essex County, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Essex County?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,982 | $1,900 | $6,995 |
| Essex County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,832 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,926 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,100 | $4,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,062 | $6,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Essex County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex County, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 53 Bradford St in the Colonial Heights neighborhood priced from $1,000. 91-93 Cabot St in the Centerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Bradford St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 91-93 Cabot St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 340 Haverhill St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,280 |
| Hamilton Park | S - A | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 352-354 Haverhill St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| LOWELL ARMS APARTMENTS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| BayView Apartments | 66 Basset St Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex County, MA
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex County area is the $0.78 price per square foot 12 Walter St Model at 12 Walter St, Unit #1 in the in the East Lynn neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Essex County apartment is the 5 Cornish St Model at 5 Cornish St starting at $2,300 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the South West Lawrence neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 12 Walter St, Unit #1 | 12 Walter St | 3BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 5 Cornish St | 5 Cornish St | 3BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| 61 Park St, Unit 61 Park St Unit 3 | 61 Park St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 21 Addison St, Unit 2 | 21 Addison St | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 109 Ferry St, Unit Third Fl | 109 Ferry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 180 High St, Unit 2 | 180 High St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 127 Portland St, Unit 2 | 127 Portland St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 26 Briarwood Rd | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| 10 S Kimball St, Unit 10 S. Kimball St. Unit 2 | 10 S Kimball St | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Pacific Mill Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County
What type of rentals are currently available in Essex County?
There are currently 1987 Apartments for Rent in Essex County, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $13,447. There are also 304 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex County ranging from $1,350 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex County ranges from $1,350 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,130.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essex County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essex County range from $2,050 to $10,681, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $24,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,350.
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