
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA (59 Rentals)


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Amara

Sedna Beverly

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Bradlee Danvers

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Hawthorne Commons

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14 North

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eaves Peabody

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Hannah Village

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Bayside Apartments

University Square South

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The Landing at Vinnin Square

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The Beverly Collection: Link 480

Salem Highlands

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The Beverly Collection: Flats at 131

Salem Heights

Enterprise Apartment Homes

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The Beverly Collection: The Block
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The Beverly Collection: Canvas

Burnham Apartment Homes

Terrace Gardens

The Heights At Cape Ann

Grove Street Landing

1 Powder House Ln

Beverly Commons

6 Railroad Ave

2 School St

1 School St
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62 Cabot

39 Railroad

12-14 Washington St

Lodge Apartments

The Lighthouses

The Residences at St. James

1 Harbor

7 Berry St

Cable Gardens 62+ Community
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Essex, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $2,596 | $1,700 | $3,687 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $1,550 | $3,715 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $1,700 | $5,082 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $2,675 | $4,979 |
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Largest Available Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at Bradlee Danvers in the Choate Farm neighborhood and is 932 square feet priced from $2,505. 1 Powder House Ln in the Beverly Farms neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $2,720. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradlee Danvers | One Bedroom A1FD | 932 Sq Ft | $2,505 |
| 1 Powder House Ln | Two Bedroom 80% | 900 Sq Ft | $2,720 |
| 14 North | Aviary Gardens Loft (A1AL) | 899 Sq Ft | $2,504 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 870SF 1 bed | 870 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Prospect | 824 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| The Beverly Collection: Canvas | Canvas A1BEL | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 815 Sq Ft | $2,869 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | B | 808 Sq Ft | $2,405 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 796 Sq Ft | $2,489 |
| Salem Highlands | 1 Bedroom, Renovated | 764 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| Amara | 1B2 | 761 Sq Ft | $3,700 |
Cheapest Available Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is the One Bedroom 60% Model starting from $1,672 at 1 Powder House Ln in the Beverly Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 1 Bedroom is the 11 Topsfield Rd Model at Shops and Lofts at Market Street starting at $1,850 in the Plum Island neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,633. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | $1,672 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | $1,850 |
| Bayside Apartments | Country 1 BR | $1,950 |
| Salem Highlands | 1 Bedroom, non-renovated | $1,975 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,175 |
| eaves Peabody | A1 | $2,188 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (820 sq ft) | $2,195 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Cross | $2,300 |
| Hannah Village | One Bedroom | $2,300 |
| Bradlee Danvers | One Bedroom A1C4 | $2,320 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Essex is at 1 Powder House Ln listed at $1,672.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $2,633.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 932 square feet unit starting from $2,505 at Bradlee Danvers.
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