
Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD Under $2,000 (64 Rentals)


The Townhomes at River Crossing

Harbor Estates Townhomes

Glenwood Gardens Apartments

Essex Park Apartments and Townhomes

Hyde Park Apartments

Kings Mill Apartments and Townhomes

Mansfield Woods Apartments

Hartland Village Apartments

The Greens Apartments and Townhomes
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Essex Village & Marlyn Gardens Apartments

522 Brighton Pl

19 Mooring Ct

706 Seawall Rd

805 N Woodward Dr

551 Welbrook Rd

233 Orville Rd

439 Hopkins Landing Dr

2043 Sue Ave

1021 Goff Rd
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Middle River Overlook

Walnut Grove Townhomes*

River Point Senior Apartments

Gateway Townhomes

Alpine Garden

Eastgate Townhomes

The Greens

Essex Village

Overlook at Franklin Square

Kingston Townhomes
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Townhomes at Rivers Gate

The Apartments at Canterbury

Rosedale Gardens

Windsor House Apartments

Ridge View Apartment Homes

Ross Ridge Apartment Homes

Cherry Tree

Charlesmont Apartment Homes

Oak Grove by OneWall

Kenwood Park Apartments
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2147 Firethorn Rd

3427 North Point Rd

5 Homeland Ave

7448 Durwood Rd

120 Kingston Rd

21 Holcumb Ct

2167 Graythorn Rd

7863 St Fabian Ln

3314 Wallford Dr

7444 Berkshire Rd
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Essex, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $988 | $803 | $1,190 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $1,253 | $870 | $1,970 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $1,464 | $1,039 | $2,310 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $1,912 | $1,625 | $3,128 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,879 | $2,879 | $2,879 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex
How much are Studio apartments in Essex?
There are currently 9 Studio Apartments in Essex with rent ranges from $803 to $1,190 with an average price of $988.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Essex Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Essex ranges from $870 to $1,970 with an average monthly rent of $1,253.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Essex range from $1,039 to $2,310. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,464.
How expensive are Essex Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 6 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Essex on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,625 to $3,128 - averaging $1,912 for the location.
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