Studio Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA (22 Rentals)

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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 | $1,939 | $1,473 | $2,500 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,350 | $3,995 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,500 | $4,403 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,362 | $2,188 | $4,875 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Essex, MA is found at University Square South in the South Salem neighborhood and is 476 square feet priced from $2,000. 50 Broadway Apartment Homes in the Centerville neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 476 square feet and currently listed start at $1,690. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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University Square South | 0BR/1.0BA | 476 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio B | 476 Sq Ft | $1,690 |
Amara | S | 464 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
The Beverly Collection: The Block | Block S1B | Studio | 1 Bath | 456 Sq Ft | $2,472 |
Bayside Apartments | 450 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of September 12, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Essex, MA is the Studio B Model starting from $1,695 at 50 Broadway Apartment Homes in the Centerville neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex Studio is the Studio Model at Bayside Apartments starting at $1,700 in the Plum Island neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Essex is currently $1,939. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio B | $1,695 |
Bayside Apartments | Studio | $1,700 |
Maple Square Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | $2,150 |
Amara | S | $2,500 |
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Getting Around Essex, MA
Walk Score®
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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 50 Broadway Apartment Homes listed at $1,695.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Essex is $1,939.
What is the largest available Studio Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 476 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at University Square South.
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