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Essex Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Essex Village

846 Brunswick RdEssex, MD 21221
  • Utilities Included

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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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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 $915. The Greens Apartments and Townhomes in the Hopewell Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mansfield Woods ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
The Greens Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$940
Glenwood Gardens ApartmentsStudio- All utilities includedStudio,1BA$954
Cherry TreeStudioStudio,1BA$999
Charlesmont Apartment HomesStudio - 460 sqftStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.45 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms 3 Bath Model at The Pointe at Manorgreen Townhomes in the in the Miramar Landing - Gibson/Taylor neighborhood starting from $2,849. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 3 Bedrooms 1 Bath Model at Foxridge Townhomes starting at $1,623 with a $0.94 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 Townhomes4 Bedrooms 3 Bath4BR,3BA$1.45
Foxridge Townhomes3 Bedrooms 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.94
Walnut Grove Townhomes*3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.20
Harbor Estates3 bedroom, 1.5 bath3BR,1.5BA$1.63
Ross Ridge Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 945 sqft2BR,1BA$1.51
River Point Senior ApartmentsMcHenry2BR,2BA$1.47
Essex Park Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom with Den Apartment2BR,1BA$1.42
Rosedale Gardens & Franklin Square Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath | Classic (RG)2BR,1.5BA$1.63
Hyde Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Kings Mill Apartments and TownhomesOne bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.62

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Getting Around Essex, MD

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $915.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $1,020 at The Greens 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 $1,143 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 Harbor Estates and starts from $1,361.

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