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Essex, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,921 | $2,800 | $5,500 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,576 | $2,975 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,718 | $5,000 | $9,999 |
| Essex 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,300 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,225 | $3,950 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MA is a Studio unit found at Salem Highlands in the South Salem neighborhood priced from $1,700. 256 Washington in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 256 Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $2.26 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,934. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the A1 Model at Vavel Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $2.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Vavel Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft) | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.68 |
| 7 Berry St | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Beverly Commons | 2Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| eaves Peabody | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| University Square North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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