
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IA (33 Rentals)


Pavilion at Twin Creek

Fontenelle Hills

Bellevue Hills

Forest Cove

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Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

819 Palmer St

1634 Ave A

105 N Elm St

4874 Robin Dr

1105 Grenoble Dr

2913 Rahn Blvd

8903 Florence Dr
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2610 Tulip Ln

11709 S 27th St

2103 Morrie Dr

2602 Fountain Cir

1919 Dahlman Rows Plz

3306 Briar Oak St

Woodland Park - Red Oak

Arbor Village
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Chateau Bellevue

Britain Towne

Burr Oaks Place

Brent Village

EOS 75

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Essex, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $981 | $871 | $1,335 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $540 | $1,690 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $640 | $2,655 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $800 | $1,887 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IA is found at Fontenelle Hills in the Clermont Court neighborhood and is 1,497 square feet priced from $1,887. Lumen Heights in the Avery Heights neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,291 square feet and currently listed start at $1,684. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fontenelle Hills | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Deluxe | 1,497 Sq Ft | $1,887 |
| Lumen Heights | 3 Bedroom - Merrill | 1,291 Sq Ft | $1,684 |
| EOS 75 | Thunderbird | "F2" | 1,291 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Bellevue Hills | Oxford-C1C | 1,125 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| Chateau Bellevue | 3 Bedroom | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,289 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 26, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IA is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $1,289 at Chateau Bellevue in the Clermont Court neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom Model at Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs starting at $1,300 in the Twin City neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,401. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Chateau Bellevue | 3 Bedroom | $1,289 |
| Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | $1,300 |
| Bellevue Hills | Oxford-C1C | $1,500 |
| Lumen Heights | 3 Bedroom - Merrill | $1,684 |
| EOS 75 | Thunderbird | "F2" | $1,795 |
| Fontenelle Hills | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Deluxe | $1,887 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Essex is at Chateau Bellevue listed at $1,289.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,401.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,497 square feet unit starting from $1,887 at Fontenelle Hills.
What is the average size for Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,543 sq ft.
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