Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD from $600 (20 Rentals)

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Essex Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Essex Village

846 Brunswick RdEssex, MD 21221
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The Greens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Greens

1300 Middleborough RdEssex, MD 21221
Furnished
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Eastgate Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastgate Townhomes

2 Fore CtEssex, MD 21221
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Alpine Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpine Garden

975 Mace AveEssex, MD 21221
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Essex, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MD is a Studio unit found at Hartland Village Apartments in the Hopewell Point neighborhood priced from $777. Mansfield Woods Apartments in the Miramar Landing - Gibson/Taylor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $883. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hartland Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$777
Mansfield Woods ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$883
Cherry TreeStudio OStudio,1BA$925
The Greens Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$940
Glenwood Gardens ApartmentsStudio- All utilities includedStudio,1BA$954

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD

As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.36 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Bath with Garage Model at The Pointe at Manorgreen Townhomes in the in the Miramar Landing - Gibson/Taylor neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 3 Bedrooms 1 Bath Model at Foxridge Townhomes starting at $1,672 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Hopewell Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Pointe at Manorgreen Townhomes3 Bedrooms 2.5 Bath with Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Foxridge Townhomes3 Bedrooms 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.97
Walnut Grove Townhomes*3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Kingston Townhomes3 Bedrooms 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.38
Harbor Estates Townhomes3 bedroom, 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.56
Hyde Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.13
River Point Senior ApartmentsMcHenry2BR,2BA$1.47
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.64
Rosedale Gardens & Franklin Square Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath | Classic (FS)2BR,1BA$1.75
Oak Grove by OneWallTwo Bedroom - Large2BR,1BA$1.78

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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 Hartland Village Apartments listed at $777.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $905 at Hartland Village Apartments.

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 $1,093 at Hyde Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbor Estates Townhomes and starts from $1,501.

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