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The District at Cape
630 S Spring StCape Girardeau, MO 63703
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO from $300 (9 Rentals)
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Essex, MO Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $751 | $625 | $975 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $696 | $390 | $1,250 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $858 | $361 | $1,550 |
| Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $480 | $1,960 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MO is a 3 Beds unit found at The District at Cape priced from $361. Cape Trails has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $480. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The District at Cape | RedHawk | 3BR,1BA | $361 |
| Cape Trails | Rowdy | 4BR,4BA | $480 |
| Silverwood | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO and Nearby
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $0.33 price per square foot Rowdy Model at Cape Trails in the starting from $480. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the The Nest Model at The Nest starting at $1,200 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Trails | Rowdy | 4BR,4BA | $0.33 |
| The Nest | The Nest | 4BR,4BA | $1.08 |
| 325 N Lorimier St, Unit 325 N. Lorimier | 325 N Lorimier St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 814 N 8th Ave, Unit #A | 814 N 8th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 618 N Ohio St, Unit 618 | 618 N Ohio St | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Carriage House Apartments | Top Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The District at Cape | Chestnut UPG | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Silverwood | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Hawks Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Getting Around Essex, MO
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $660 at Silverwood.
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 $390 at The District at Cape.
What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The District at Cape and starts from $361.
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