
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IA (30 Rentals)


Valley View Estates

South Pointe Apartments

Fontenelle Hills

Britain Towne

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Deerfield

Bellevue Hills

CopperCreek

Chateau Bellevue

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

2404 N 8th St
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517 W Graham Ave

418 3rd Ter

335 N 1st St

3005 Renner Dr

1409 Thomas Dr

12910 S 36th St

14430 S 35th St
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3732 Lawnwood Dr

1309 McPherson Ave

333 E Ferndale Dr

3306 Briar Oak St
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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 | $1,042 | $775 | $1,320 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $575 | $2,154 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $640 | $2,060 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,250 | $3,325 |
Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,425 | $1,425 |
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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 Valley View Estates and is 1,337 square feet priced from $1,825. Deerfield has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,250 square feet and currently listed start at $1,390. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Valley View Estates | 3 Bedroom | 1,337 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
Deerfield | Three Bedroom 32A | 1,250 Sq Ft | $1,390 |
Brent Village | C1 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,470 |
Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,479 |
Forest Cove Apartments | 3x1 | 1,025 Sq Ft | $800 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IA is the 3x1 Model starting from $800 at Forest Cove Apartments . The second most affordable Essex 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom 32A Model at Deerfield starting at $1,390 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,862. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
Forest Cove Apartments | 3x1 | $800 |
Deerfield | Three Bedroom 32A | $1,390 |
Brent Village | C1 | $1,470 |
Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | $1,479 |
Valley View Estates | 3 Bedroom | $1,825 |
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Getting Around Essex, IA
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Essex Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,862.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,337 square feet unit starting from $1,825 at Valley View Estates.
What is the average size for Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,462 sq ft.
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