
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, MT from $900 (23 Rentals)
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57816 US-93

The Highline Apartments

The Meridian Apartments

5733 U.S. 93 S

Parkline Towers

744 Hidden Valley Dr, Unit Peaceful Apt in the Woods
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Altus Apartments

166-218 Jewel Basin Court

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Stillwater Crossing

Silverbrook Apartments

426 Cobalt Dr

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49 Colorado Ave, Unit BRAND NEW APTS

227 W Montana St
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111 E Cottonwood Dr

Skyview Lofts

Mountain Man Apartments

13 Diane Rd

111 S Cedar Dr

15 Diane Rd

457 Angel Pt Trl
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825 Greenridge Dr

40 Glacier Rnch Wy
Essex, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Studio Apartments | $1,425 | $1,353 | $1,534 |
| Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,200 | $1,948 |
| Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,400 | $2,815 |
| Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $2,558 | $2,669 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkline Towers priced from $1,450. Altus Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkline Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Altus Apartments | 1-bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 166-218 Jewel Basin Court | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
| Stillwater Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, MT and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Silverbrook Apartments in the starting from $2,558. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 2 BR 2 BA Model at 166-218 Jewel Basin Court starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverbrook Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 166-218 Jewel Basin Court | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 49 Colorado Ave, Unit BRAND NEW APTS | 49 Colorado Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Stillwater Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Parkline Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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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 $1,450 at Parkline Towers.
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 $1,650 at 166-218 Jewel Basin Court.
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