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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 | $3,358 | $2,500 | $5,500 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,645 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,583 | $5,250 | $7,500 |
| Essex 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,100 | $4,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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 $1,672. Salem Highlands in the South Salem 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,672 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 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 June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $2.50 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,254. 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 | $2.50 |
| Vavel Apartments | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 240 Conant Apartments | 2 Bed T02 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Central Grammar | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (820 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Bayside Apartments | Country 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Essex, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $5,082. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex ranging from $1,600 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex ranges from $1,600 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,519.
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