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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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property at 7906 Wynbrook Rd

$1,750

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$1,750
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7906 Wynbrook Rd

BaltimoreMD21224

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property at 7444 Berkshire Rd

$1,850

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7444 Berkshire Rd

BaltimoreMD21224
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Stansbury Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stansbury Manor

1 Alder DrMiddle River, MD 21220
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Charm City Commute: The Best Baltimore Neighborhoods for Renting Near Top Employers

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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 $727. The Greens Apartments and Townhomes in the Hopewell Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $727. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hartland Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$727
The Greens Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$727
Essex Village & Marlyn Gardens ApartmentsEssex Studio 1BathStudio,1BA$803
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesOne bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$870
Mansfield Woods ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$913
Oak Grove by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Hyde Park ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$999
Glenwood Gardens ApartmentsStudio- All utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,049
Charlesmont Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 629 sqft1BR,1BA$1,050
Commons at WhitemarshOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Model at Walnut Grove Townhomes* in the in the Evergreen Park Holly Beach neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 3 Bedrooms 1 Bath Model at Kingston Townhomes starting at $1,708 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Miramar Landing - Gibson/Taylor 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.
Walnut Grove Townhomes*3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2.5BA$1.24
Kingston Townhomes3 Bedrooms 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.55
Oak Grove by OneWallTwo Bedroom TH2BR,1BA$1.63
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.51
Harbor Estates Townhomes2 bedroom, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.56
Townhomes at Rivers Gate2BR/1BA Townhome Renovated Gray2BR,1BA$1.72
Verona at Middle River2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.67
Ridge View Apartment Homes1 Bdrm 1 Ba - Large1BR,1BA$1.82
Charlesmont Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 629 sqft1BR,1BA$1.67
Hyde Park ApartmentsStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $727.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $870 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 $1,140 at Charlesmont Apartment Homes.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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