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THE TRAILS AT MALONE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

THE TRAILS AT MALONE

166 Falling Leaf DrMalone, NY 12953
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46 School Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

46 School Street

46 School StreetJohnson, VT 05656
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187 Pearl St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

187 Pearl St

187 Pearl StBurlington, VT 05401
Student Housing
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$1,730 - $5,020

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1, 2027

105 S Union St

BurlingtonVT05401
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Hillview Off Campus Housing
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillview Off Campus Housing

85 E Spring StWinooski, VT 05404
Student Housing
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Essex, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at THE TRAILS AT MALONE priced from $948. Cedar Hill Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
THE TRAILS AT MALONEOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$948
Cedar Hill Townhouses2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,295
Keen's CrossingCedar2BR,2BA$1,400
35-53-79 Meadow Ln2 br / 1 ba2BR,1BA$1,450
30 City Hall PlOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,475
Quarry Hill Club & CondominiumsBuilding 430 StudiosStudio,1BA$1,495
103-105 Puckerbrush East RdNo Availability1BR,$1,500
Winooski BlockWinooski Block | 1 Bed with den (33 East Alle1BR,1BA$1,600
11 Park Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
328 College St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, NY and Nearby

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.88 price per square foot Maple Model at Keen's Crossing in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $2,376. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Fenimore Townhouses starting at $2,200 with a $1.87 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.
Keen's CrossingMaple2BR,2BA$1.88
Fenimore Townhouses2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.87
Village at Autumn Pond2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.24
Winooski BlockWinooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen)1BR,1BA$1.61
5 Corners2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.13
Mansfield ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.24
35-53-79 Meadow Ln2 br / 1 ba2BR,1BA$1.71
Cedar Hill Townhouses2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
30 City Hall PlOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
THE TRAILS AT MALONEOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.65

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essex?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essex is at Quarry Hill Club & Condominiums listed at $1,495.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $948 at THE TRAILS AT MALONE.

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 $1,148 at THE TRAILS AT MALONE.

What is the most affordable Essex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Hill Townhouses and starts from $1,495.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.