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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $2,220 | $1,610 | $2,695 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,450 | $3,995 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $1,600 | $4,750 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,451 | $2,650 | $4,545 |
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at Park Towers in the South Salem neighborhood and is 2,100 square feet priced from $3,500. 14 North in the Choate Farm neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,526 square feet and currently listed start at $4,037. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Towers | Townhouse | 2,100 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
| 14 North | Cypress Gardens Loft (C2L) | 1,526 Sq Ft | $4,037 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | N | 1,464 Sq Ft | $4,545 |
| Halstead Beverly Townhomes | 3 BR-White Finish | 1,295 Sq Ft | $3,950 |
| Bradlee Danvers | Three Bedroom C2A | 1,265 Sq Ft | $3,356 |
As of January 24, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, MA is the Cypress Gardens (C2) Model starting from $3,361 at 14 North in the Choate Farm neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 3 Bedroom is the Townhouse Model at Park Towers starting at $3,500 in the South Salem neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $3,451. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Essex:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 14 North | Cypress Gardens (C2) | $3,361 |
| Park Towers | Townhouse | $3,500 |
| Halstead Beverly Townhomes | 3 BR-White Finish | $3,950 |
| The Landing at Vinnin Square | N | $4,545 |
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Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Essex is at 14 North listed at $3,361.
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $3,451.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $3,500 at Park Towers.
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,304 sq ft.
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