Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD from $600 (47 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
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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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Gateway Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Townhomes

948 Hartland RdEssex, MD 21221
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Charlesmont Apartment Homes
$1,150 - $2,183
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$1,075 - $2,108
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$75
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$1,150 - $2,183
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Charlesmont Apartment Homes

3000 Wallford DrDundalk, MD 21222
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Ross Ridge Apartment Homes
$1,215 - $2,730
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$1,150 - $2,665
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$1,215 - $2,730
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ross Ridge Apartment Homes

6800 Averill RdRosedale, MD 21237
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Rosedale Gardens
$1,220 - $1,670
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$1,058 - $1,508
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$162
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$1,220 - $1,670
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1

Rosedale Gardens

6709 Havenoak RdBaltimore, MD 21237
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Stansbury Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stansbury Manor

1 Alder DrMiddle River, MD 21220
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1712 Pin Oak
3 Bedroom Apartments

1712 Pin Oak

1712 Pin Oak AveDundalk, MD 21222

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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 Mansfield Woods Apartments in the Miramar Landing - Gibson/Taylor neighborhood priced from $782. The Greens Apartments and Townhomes in the Hopewell Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $852. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mansfield Woods ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$782
The Greens Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$852
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesOne bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$909
Oak Grove by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Hartland Village ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,005
Cherry TreeStudio One Bath OpenStudio,1BA$1,005
Essex Park Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,006
Essex Village & Marlyn Gardens ApartmentsMarlyn 1Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,065
Hyde Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,091
Charlesmont Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 629 sqft1BR,1BA$1,155

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD

As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.43 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 $2,612. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Model at Walnut Grove Townhomes* starting at $1,980 with a $1.24 price per square foot . 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$1.43
Walnut Grove Townhomes*3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2.5BA$1.24
Hyde Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.49
Ridge View Apartment Homes1 Bdrm 1 Ba - Large1BR,1BA$1.82
Oak Grove by OneWallTwo Bedroom - Large2BR,1BA$1.64
Hartland Village ApartmentsOne bedroom + den1BR,1BA$1.69
Ross Ridge Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 675 sqft1BR,1BA$1.79
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesOne bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.42
Charlesmont Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 629 sqft1BR,1BA$1.84
Essex Park Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60

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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 Mansfield Woods Apartments listed at $782.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $909 at Kings Mill Apartments and Townhomes.

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 $1,060 at Kings Mill Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Commons at Whitemarsh and starts from $1,695.

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