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12 Pope StSalem, MA 01970
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at St. James
160 Federal StSalem, MA 01970
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1 Powder House Ln
1 Powder House LnManchester, MA 01944
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84 Highland AveSalem, MA 01970
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityHistoric 1 Harbor St
1 Harbor StSalem, MA 01970
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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 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Towers
100 Washington StSalem, MA 01970
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTerrace Gardens
2 Esquire DrPeabody, MA 01960
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBayside Apartments
100-101 Colonial DrIpswich, MA 01938
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Heights At Cape Ann
950 Heights at CapeGloucester, MA 01930
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPrinceton Crossing
12 Heritage DrSalem, MA 01970
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The Lighthouses
34 Peabody StSalem, MA 01970
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50 Broadway
50 BroadwayBeverly, MA 01915
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Cable Gardens 62+ Community
126 County RdIpswich, MA 01938
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260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem
260 Washington 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 | $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 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1 Powder House Ln in the Beverly Farms neighborhood priced from $1,610. The Residences at St. James in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,610. 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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| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| 50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| 260 Washington Apartments – Modern Living in the Heart of Salem | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA and Nearby
As of January 24, 2026 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 $2,654 with a $2.04 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 | $2.04 |
| 240 Conant Apartments | 2 Bed T02 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (820 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Bayside Apartments | Country 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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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 The Residences at St. James listed at $1,610.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $1,610 at 1 Powder House Ln.
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 $1,910 at 1 Powder House Ln.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 14 North and starts from $3,361.
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