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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 1 Bed unit found at Chapel Ridge Martin priced from $659. The District at Cape has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $696. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chapel Ridge Martin1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$659
The District at CapeBrandt1BR,1BA$696
SilverwoodClassic2BR,1BA$780
Carriage House ApartmentsTop Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Lauren's PlaceTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$850
Hawks LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$915
The NestThe Nest4BR,4BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MO and Nearby

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.08 price per square foot Houck Model at The District at Cape in the starting from $1,326. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the The Nest Model at The Nest starting at $1,400 with a $1.26 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 District at CapeHouck3BR,2BA$1.08
The NestThe Nest4BR,4BA$1.26
Chapel Ridge Martin1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.98
Carriage House ApartmentsTop Floor "Vaulted" 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Hawks LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
SilverwoodStandard1BR,1BA$1.23

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6 / 100

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Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

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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 $659 at Chapel Ridge Martin.

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 $780 at Silverwood.

What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chapel Ridge Martin and starts from $886.

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