
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT (58 Rentals)


165 Main St

70 Pond Meadow Rd

3 Main St

Heritage Cove

Essex Station Apartments

26 Sunset Ter

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Pleasant Valley Apartments

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60 Mansfield Road Phase II

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The Docks
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120 Broad St

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ReNew Groton

The Beam

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Villages at Shore Landing

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Nutmeg Woods

Eagle Pointe

61 Bank St

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Groton Towers

The Grand

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60 Mansfield Road
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The Cove at Gateway Commons

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The Sound at Gateway Commons

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ReNew Washington Park

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Bayonet Street Apartments

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Brookside Commons

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Colchester Estates

Trident Park Townhomes

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Faire Harbour Landings

Central @ Waterford Woods

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The Edgewater
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Hanford Commons

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Saybrook Station

Harbortree Apartments

Washington Street Apartments

Highland Apartments

Pride Point and Progress Point

Crocker House

Victoria Gardens

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Country Place

70 Pond Meadow Rd
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12 Sharaf St

Bridge Road Commons

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Deerfield Village

23 Quotonset Ln

43 Pennywise Ln

58 Sill Ln

28 Beach Rd W

505 Seaside Ave

113 Union St

170 Main St
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Essex, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $1,651 | $1,350 | $2,569 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $1,100 | $3,504 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,200 | $4,149 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,400 | $3,815 |
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Largest Available Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CT is found at 60 Mansfield Road Phase II and is 2,365 square feet priced from $3,790. The Cove at Gateway Commons in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,523 square feet and currently listed start at $3,345. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Mansfield Road Phase II | 2 Bedroom w/ Den - 3A | 2,365 Sq Ft | $3,790 |
| The Cove at Gateway Commons | Cape Townhouse | 1,523 Sq Ft | $3,345 |
| 120 Broad St | Townhouse | 1,505 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| The Edgewater | Sailfish | 1,420 Sq Ft | $2,830 |
| Washington Street Apartments | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 1,400 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| The Grand | 1,376 Sq Ft | $2,650 | |
| Hanford Commons | 2BD 2BA + Office | 1,373 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| Pleasant Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom Unit 6 | 1,245 Sq Ft | $2,790 |
| Central @ Waterford Woods | Great Neck - Loft Unit 2BR/2BA - Buildings G, H... | 1,218 Sq Ft | $2,725 |
| Brookside Commons | 2 bedroom - 80% | 1,197 Sq Ft | $2,066 |
Cheapest Available Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 04, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CT is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $1,084 at Oxoboxo Lofts in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 2 Bedroom is the 2B/1B Model at Crocker House starting at $1,100 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,232. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | $1,084 |
| Crocker House | 2B/1B | $1,100 |
| Pride Point and Progress Point | Two Bedroom | $1,200 |
| Highland Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,600 |
| Nutmeg Woods | The Cedar | $1,673 |
| Eagle Pointe | TWO BEDROOM | $1,675 |
| Villages at Shore Landing | Seabreeze | $1,796 |
| Colchester Estates | 410 | $1,800 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | $1,800 |
| Central @ Waterford Woods | Work Force Housing - 80% 2BD/2BA - Oak Grove | $1,985 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Essex is at Oxoboxo Lofts listed at $1,084.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $2,232.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 2,365 square feet unit starting from $3,790 at 60 Mansfield Road Phase II.
What is the average size for Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,526 sq ft.
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