Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex, VT from $1,100 (26 Rentals)
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Cedar Hill Townhouses
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Brandywine Lofts & Farmstead Lofts

65 Northgate Plz

11 Park Street Apartments

Residences at Great Cedars
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62 Lincoln St

804 Mill Pond Rd

Catamount Lane

Eagle Crest Senior Housing

30 City Hall Pl

Riverside In the Village
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119 Main St

Pinecrest at Essex (Senior Living Community)

4 Loomis St
The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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134 Buell St

2-4 Decatur St

24 Decatur St
Essex, VT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Essex Studio Apartments | $1,942 | $1,362 | $2,300 |
Cheap Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,395 | $3,300 |
Cheap Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,275 | $3,750 |
Cheap Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,475 | $3,100 |
Cheap Essex 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,595 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, VT is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Hill Townhouses priced from $1,275. 65 Northgate Plz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cedar Hill Townhouses | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
65 Northgate Plz | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Residences at Great Cedars | 224 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
11 Park Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Winooski Block | Winooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen) | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Millhouse West | West 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Catamount Lane | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
30 City Hall Pl | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, VT
As of October 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Rail Trail Townhouses in the starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the 8 Main St Model at 8 Main St, Unit 8 Main St - Unit B starting at $4,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. 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. |
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Rail Trail Townhouses | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
8 Main St, Unit 8 Main St - Unit B | 8 Main St | 4BR,2BA | $2.50 |
25 North St, Unit 25b | 25 North St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
5 Corners | Corner Unit W/Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Keen's Crossing | Cedar | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
Mansfield Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
30 City Hall Pl | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Cedar Hill Townhouses | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Catamount East | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Winooski Block | Winooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen) | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Getting Around Essex, VT
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38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 11 Park Street Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Apartment is $1,500 at 65 Northgate Plz.
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 $1,275 at Cedar Hill Townhouses.
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 $1,475.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.