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Essex, MA Local Guide

Largest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at The Beverly Collection: The Block in the Centerville neighborhood and is 531 square feet priced from $2,388. Amara in the South Salem neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 464 square feet and currently listed start at $2,585. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Essex:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Beverly Collection: The BlockBlock S1D | Studio | 1 Bath531 Sq Ft$2,388
AmaraS464 Sq Ft$2,585
Bayside ApartmentsStudio450 Sq Ft$1,800

Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments

As of May 31, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Essex, MA is the Studio Model starting from $1,800 at Bayside Apartments in the Plum Island neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex Studio is the Studio, 1 Bathroom Model at Maple Square Apartments starting at $2,025 in the Choate Farm neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Essex is currently $2,318. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Essex:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bayside ApartmentsStudio$1,800
Maple Square ApartmentsStudio, 1 Bathroom$2,025
The Beverly Collection: The BlockBlock S1D | Studio | 1 Bath$2,388

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Getting Around Essex, MA

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Essex Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Essex is at Bayside Apartments listed at $1,800.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Essex Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Essex is $2,318.

What is the largest available Studio Essex Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 531 square feet unit starting from $2,388 at The Beverly Collection: The Block.

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