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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Heights
12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
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$1,473 - $2,188
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Lighthouses
34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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$1,610 - $2,070
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 15The Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySalem Highlands
84 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBayside Apartments
100-101 Colonial DrIpswich, MA 01938
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$1,850
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowShops and Lofts at Market Street
15-25 Market StIpswich, MA 01938
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTerrace Gardens
2 Esquire DrPeabody, MA 01960
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowUniversity Square South
124 Ocean AveSalem, MA 01970
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Crossing
12 Heritage DrSalem, MA 01970
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBeverly Commons
0 Beverly Commons DrBeverly, MA 01915
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Essex Studio Apartments | $1,939 | $1,473 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,350 | $3,995 |
| Cheap Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,500 | $4,403 |
| Cheap Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,362 | $2,188 | $4,875 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MA is a Studio unit found at 50 Broadway Apartment Homes in the Centerville neighborhood priced from $1,695. Bayside Apartments in the Plum Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Bayside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Princeton Crossing | Dog Friendly One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,049 |
| University Square South | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $2.51 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $2,820 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 231 Washington Residences | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Beverly Commons | 2Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 14 North | Aviary Gardens Loft (A1AL) | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Enterprise Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom with Den 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | Renovated 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Essex Apartment Homes | Cross | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at 50 Broadway Apartment Homes listed at $1,690.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $1,850 at Shops and Lofts at Market Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex is starting from $2,300 at 256 Washington.
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