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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 | $2,868 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,950 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,145 | $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 and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Oxoboxo Lofts in the Northeast New London Norwich neighborhood priced from $922. Crocker House in the New London neighborhood 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 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| 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 and Nearby
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.76 price per square foot Townhouse Model at 120 Broad St in the in the New London neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Sailfish Model at The Edgewater starting at $2,830 with a $1.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Broad St | Townhouse | 2BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| The Edgewater | Sailfish | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
| Rocky Neck Village | 3 bedroom - MKT | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Oxoboxo Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Pride Point and Progress Point | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Bayonet Street Apartments | Bayo II - Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 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 |
| Washington Street Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $4,611. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex ranging from $1,400 to $16,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex ranges from $1,400 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,550.
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