Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO from $300 (10 Rentals)

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Essex, MO Local Guide

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. Silverwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The District at CapeRedHawk3BR,1BA$361
SilverwoodStandard1BR,1BA$640
Carriage House ApartmentsTop Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO and Nearby

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.08 price per square foot The Nest Model at The Nest in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Top Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Carriage House Apartments starting at $795 with a $1.22 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 NestThe Nest4BR,4BA$1.08
Carriage House ApartmentsTop Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
The District at CapeChestnut UPG1BR,1BA$1.32
SilverwoodCustom1BR,1BA$1.23
Hawks LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.55

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Getting Around Essex, MO

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6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $631 at The District at Cape.

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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