
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT (51 Rentals)


82 River Rd

12 Scholes Ln

Pleasant Valley Apartments

60 Mansfield Road Phase II
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Villages at Shore Landing

The Cove at Gateway Commons

The Sound at Gateway Commons
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Harbortree Apartments

Central @ Waterford Woods

The Edgewater

Hanford Commons

Saybrook Station Apartments

Faire Harbour Landings

Bayonet Street Apartments

Highland Apartments

Trident Park Townhomes
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Victoria Gardens

Country Place

Deerfield Village

Oxoboxo Lofts

32 Driftwood Dr

41 Town Beach Rd

10 Grove Way

163 Ferry Rd

58 Sill Ln

102 Chalker Beach Rd
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28 Beach Rd W
Essex, CT 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 | $1,425 | $1,045 | $1,870 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $905 | $2,950 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $1,084 | $4,270 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,900 | $1,700 | $3,795 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 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 $3,600. 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 $3,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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60 Mansfield Road Phase II | 2 Bedroom w/ Den - 3A | 2,365 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
The Cove at Gateway Commons | Cape Townhouse | 1,523 Sq Ft | $3,325 |
60 Mansfield Road | Style 10 | 1,124 Sq Ft | $2,690 |
The Sound at Gateway Commons | The Waterford | 1,115 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
Crocker House | 1B/1B Large | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
The Docks | 2 BR 2.01 | 1,083 Sq Ft | $2,670 |
Pleasant Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom Unit 3 | 1,023 Sq Ft | $2,315 |
Groton Towers | Boston | 1,020 Sq Ft | $2,292 |
Colchester Estates | Beautiful Remodeled and Upgraded Townhouse in C... | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 28, 2025 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 1B/1B Large Model at Crocker House starting at $1,350 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,253. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | $1,084 |
Crocker House | 1B/1B Large | $1,350 |
Eagle Pointe | TWO BEDROOM | $1,675 |
Villages at Shore Landing | Seabreeze | $1,682 |
Nutmeg Woods | The Birch | $1,772 |
Colchester Estates | Beautiful Remodeled and Upgraded Townhouse in C... | $1,800 |
ReNew Washington Park | Brookside | $1,803 |
ReNew Groton | Berkley | $1,825 |
Groton Towers | Boston | $2,292 |
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Getting Around Essex, CT
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $2,253.
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 $3,600 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 1,028 sq ft.
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