
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IL (47 Rentals)


Maple Leaf Apartments

Lincoln Station Rowhomes

Seasons at Plainfield

Redwood Lockport

Timber Pointe Apartments

311 N Ottawa St

Mallard Point Apartments
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Highland Ridge

The Bluffs

Arbors at Hickory Creek

Avalon at Morris

Springs at Lockport

The Port

Carriage Creek Apartments

Twin Oaks West Apartments
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Larkin Village

Pine Meadows Apartments

Dynasty House Apartments

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Willow Run of Crest Hill
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Remington Apartment Homes

Pontiac Towers

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

369 W Broadway St

1745 E Duane Blvd

743 S Wildwood Ave

464 S Harrison Ave

1112 N Joliet St

1268 Riverlane Dr

105 Doe Cir

1316 Kettleson Dr

2328 Lynwood St
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14940 Cyrus Dr

814 Glory Ct
Essex, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Essex Studio Apartments | $1,766 | $850 | $4,101 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $949 | $5,005 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $643 | $4,983 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $753 | $3,856 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is found at The Bluffs in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood and is 1,272 square feet priced from $2,660. Timber Pointe Apartments in the Breckenridge Cameo neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,267 square feet and currently listed start at $2,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Bluffs | 2E | 1,272 Sq Ft | $2,660 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | 1,267 Sq Ft | $2,395 | |
Lincoln Station Rowhomes | C3 | 1,203 Sq Ft | $2,770 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Sunrise 2 | 1,169 Sq Ft | $2,032 |
Remington Apartment Homes | Creativity | 959 Sq Ft | $2,030 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 912 Sq Ft | $1,219 |
Ravine Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom - North | 900 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Maple | 816 Sq Ft | $1,469 |
Richton Trail | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 802 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,209 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 23, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model starting from $1,209 at Tudor Park Apartments in the Downtown neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 2 Bedroom is the Two Bedroom, Base Package Model at Stone Falls starting at $1,219 in the Sunset Point neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,215. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,209 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Base Package | $1,219 |
Richton Trail | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $1,375 |
Ravine Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom - North | $1,425 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Maple | $1,469 |
311 N Ottawa St | 2 Bedroom | $1,550 |
24138 - 24158 W Main St | 24138 W Main St Unit 102 | $1,650 |
Remington Apartment Homes | Creativity | $2,030 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Sunrise 2 | $2,032 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Chestnut | $2,145 |
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Getting Around Essex, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Essex Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $2,215.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,272 square feet unit starting from $2,660 at The Bluffs.
What is the average size for Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,104 sq ft.
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