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Essex, CT Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,742 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,188 | $2,300 | $9,000 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,311 | $2,100 | $6,500 |
| Essex 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,600 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
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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 Oxoboxo Lofts in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood priced from $1,084. Crocker House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| Crocker House | Studio | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Pride Point and Progress Point | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.88 price per square foot 3 bedroom - MKT Model at Rocky Neck Village in the in the South Lyme neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Sailfish 2 Model at The Edgewater starting at $2,730 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Neck Village | 3 bedroom - MKT | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Edgewater | Sailfish 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| The Cove at Gateway Commons | Atlantic Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Pride Point and Progress Point | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Colchester Estates | 410 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Brookside Commons | 1 bedroom - Market | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 12 Sharaf St | 2 Beds / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Washington Street Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex ranges from $1,300 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,188.
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