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2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA (60 Rentals)
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$2,860 - $3,278
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$2,428 - $3,941
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$2,438 - $3,951
Bradlee Danvers
50 Kirkbride DrDanvers, MA 01923
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$3,400 - $3,850
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAmara
6 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$3,010 - $3,729
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEssex Apartment Homes
One Avalon DrPeabody, MA 01960
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$4,200 - $4,400
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSedna Beverly
16 Congress StBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,974 - $5,595
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHawthorne Commons
205 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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$2,861 - $3,322
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$2,380 - $3,265
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$2,437 - $3,322
eaves Peabody
51 Keys DrPeabody, MA 01960
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$2,813 - $3,561
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$2,231 - $3,561
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$2,241 - $3,571
14 North
1000 Crane Brook WayPeabody, MA 01960
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$2,563 - $3,475
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$2,455 - $3,475
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$2,455 - $3,475
Traders Row
45 Traders WaySalem, MA 01970
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$2,449 - $2,560
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Crossing
12 Heritage DrSalem, MA 01970
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$2,595 - $2,900
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTerrace Estates Apartments
143 Shore DrPeabody, MA 01960
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$2,825 - $2,900
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStation 101
101 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$3,075 - $3,675
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMaple Square Apartments
128 Maple StDanvers, MA 01923
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$3,600 - $4,100
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVavel Apartments
602 Loring AveSalem, MA 01970
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$2,550 - $2,700
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFolly Hill Meadows
1 Apple RdBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,975 - $3,100
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now231 Washington Residences
231 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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$3,297 - $4,403
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 21Total Monthly Price
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$2,519 - $6,237
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$2,519 - $6,237
The Beverly Collection: The Block
140 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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The Beverly Collection: Link 480
480 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,600 - $3,400
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now20 Locust St
20 Locust StDanvers, MA 01923
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The Beverly Collection: Flats at 131
131 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,100 - $2,200
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1Bayside Apartments
100-101 Colonial DrIpswich, MA 01938
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$2,750 - $2,950
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 8240 Conant Apartments
240 Conant StDanvers, MA 01923
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$3,539 - $4,010
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$2,595 - $6,239
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$2,595 - $6,239
The Landing at Vinnin Square
330 Paradise RdSwampscott, MA 01907
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$3,818 - $4,068
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$2,477 - $4,237
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$2,477 - $4,237
The Beverly Collection: Canvas
199-211 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$3,010
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 7Enterprise Apartment Homes
79 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,830 - $3,162
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott
100 Vantage TerSwampscott, MA 01907
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$3,075 - $3,390
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHalstead Salem Station
72 Flint StSalem, MA 01970
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$2,400 - $2,500
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Highlands
84 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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$2,755
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 2Burnham Apartment Homes
375 Rantoul StBeverly, MA 01915
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Heights
12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
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$2,960 - $3,160
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHalstead Beverly Townhomes
201 Broughton DrBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,600
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHannah Village
17 Conant StBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,800 - $2,950
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiver Properties
70-92 Boston StSalem, MA 01970
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$2,435 - $2,485
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Heights At Cape Ann
950 Heights at CapeGloucester, MA 01930
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$2,425 - $2,550
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTerrace Gardens
2 Esquire DrPeabody, MA 01960
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$2,618 - $2,719
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBeverly Commons
0 Beverly Commons DrBeverly, MA 01915
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$2,575
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowUniversity Square South
124 Ocean AveSalem, MA 01970
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$2,070
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 15The Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Lighthouses
34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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Essex, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Essex Studio Apartments | $1,944 | $1,473 | $2,519 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,350 | $3,995 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $1,500 | $4,403 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $2,188 | $4,795 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at Essex Apartment Homes in the Choate Farm neighborhood and is 1,791 square feet priced from $3,299. 14 North has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,529 square feet and currently listed start at $3,340. 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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| Essex Apartment Homes | Andover Townhome | 1,791 Sq Ft | $3,299 |
| 14 North | Bayberry Shores Loft (B2FL) | 1,529 Sq Ft | $3,340 |
| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | M | 1,386 Sq Ft | $4,010 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 1,300 Sq Ft | $2,830 |
| Bradlee Danvers | Two Bedroom B2F2L | 1,280 Sq Ft | $3,278 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 3 | 1,250 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Maple Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 1,177 Sq Ft | $3,550 |
| eaves Peabody | B3T | 1,132 Sq Ft | $3,322 |
| Halstead Salem Station | B8 | 1,085 Sq Ft | $3,140 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 17, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,300 at 256 Washington in the South Salem neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Heights At Cape Ann starting at $2,435 in the West Gloucester neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $3,060. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| 256 Washington | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,300 |
| The Heights At Cape Ann | 2 Bedroom | $2,435 |
| Princeton Crossing | Two BR Deluxe | $2,449 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft) | $2,550 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | $2,575 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 2 | $2,600 |
| Hannah Village | Two Bedroom | $2,600 |
| Beverly Commons | 2Bed | $2,618 |
| River Properties | 313 North River Apartments | $2,800 |
| 14 North | Bonsai Gardens (B2D) | $2,813 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Essex is at 256 Washington listed at $2,300.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $3,060.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,791 square feet unit starting from $3,299 at Essex Apartment Homes.
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