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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT from $900 (25 Rentals)
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$905 - $1,300
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityVictoria Gardens
105 Boston Post RdWaterford, CT 06385
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$1,100 - $1,700
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCrocker House
35 Union StNew London, CT 06320
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$1,196 - $1,871
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillages at Shore Landing
5 Nob Hill RdNew London, CT 06320
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$1,200 - $2,000
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWashington Street Apartments
73-75 Washington StNew London, CT 06320
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$1,350
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHarbortree Apartments
151-171 Oneco AveNew London, CT 06320
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$1,350
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHighland Apartments
43 Granite StNew London, CT 06320
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$1,352 - $1,700
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Country Place
1 Birch CirColchester, CT 06415
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$1,380 - $1,925
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityDeerfield Village
10 King Arthur DrNiantic, CT 06357
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$1,388 - $1,759
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Nutmeg Woods
84 Hawthorne Dr NNew London, CT 06320
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120 Broad St
120 Broad StNew London, CT 06320
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$1,405 - $3,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Docks
500 Bank StNew London, CT 06320
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$1,410 - $2,770
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now60 Mansfield Road
60 Mansfield RdNew London, CT 06320
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$1,475 - $1,770
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFaire Harbour Landings
11 Anthony RdNew London, CT 06320
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$1,475
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCourtview Square Apartments
309 Crystal AveNew London, CT 06320
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGull Harbor Apartments
83 Mansfield RdNew London, CT 06320
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$1,550 - $1,705
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEagle Pointe
8-127 Michael RdNew London, CT 06320
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Beam
221 Howard StNew London, CT 06320
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVessel - Bank Street
174 Bank StNew London, CT 06320
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173-175 Norwich-New London TurnpikeUncasville, CT 06382
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Essex, CT Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Essex Studio Apartments | $1,449 | $1,196 | $1,950 |
| Cheap Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $905 | $3,815 |
| Cheap Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $1,100 | $4,303 |
| Cheap Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,227 | $1,700 | $3,815 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Crocker House priced from $1,100. Villages at Shore Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,196. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Crocker House | Studio | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Villages at Shore Landing | Cove | Studio,1BA | $1,196 |
| Morton House | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Washington Street Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Harbortree Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.92 price per square foot Sailfish Model at The Edgewater in the in the South Lyme neighborhood starting from $2,730. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Breakaway Townhouse Model at The Cove at Gateway Commons starting at $3,015 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Edgewater | Sailfish | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| The Cove at Gateway Commons | Breakaway Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| The Grand | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Central @ Waterford Woods | Great Neck 2BR/2BA - Buildings I, J, K + L | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Colchester Estates | Colchester 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Groton Towers | Fairfield | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Washington Street Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Faire Harbour Landings | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Harbortree Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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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 Villages at Shore Landing listed at $1,196.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $1,100 at Crocker House.
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 $1,100 at Crocker House.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Sound at Gateway Commons and starts from $1,815.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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