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1212 Essex St
1212 Essex St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,000
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
5+ Days Ago

Highlights

  • shared bathroom
  • open living and kitchen area
  • recently updated garden style apartment

Units

1212 Essex St Gastonia, NC

Available

7

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,000

Listed on 04/21/2026
Listed by Brian Simpson
Days on market: 55
Property Status: Active Come home to this recently updated Garden style apartment in Gastonia. Enter into the open living and kitchen area. Freshly painted throughout. Kitchen has Refrigerator and Electric Range. Unit host two gracious size bedrooms and shared bathroom. Updated ductless mini-split system in the unit. Currently there are four units to choose from. Pets are conditional and must be approved. There are size and breed restrictions. Additional fees do apply. Water and Sewer are billed on the tenant ledger. Office Phone: (704) 221-0793 Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Available

3

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,000

Listed on 04/20/2026
Listed by Brian Simpson
Days on market: 56
Property Status: Active Come home to this recently updated Garden style apartment in Gastonia. Enter into the open living and kitchen area. Freshly painted throughout. Kitchen has Refrigerator and Electric Range. Unit host two gracious size bedrooms and shared bathroom. Updated ductless mini-split system in the unit. Currently there are Two units to choose from. Pets are conditional and must be approved. There are size and breed restrictions. Additional fees do apply. Water and Sewer are billed on the tenant ledger. Office Phone: (704) 221-0793 Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Amenities for 1212 Essex St

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Building
  • Outdoor Space
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  • Outdoor Space
  • Carpet

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About 1212 Essex St

HomeApartments in Gastonia 1212 Essex St #7, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

Check out 1212 Essex St in Gastonia, NC, a charming 2-unit property offering a 2-bedroom floorplan. Located near top-rated schools, including an A- or higher rated elementary school, this property is perfect for those seeking a convenient and desirable location. The recently updated garden-style apartment features a shared bathroom, open living and kitchen area, and comes with a range of amenities, including an HVAC system, no fee, and outdoor space. Enjoy the benefits of long-term rentals in a well-maintained property. With only 2 units, this property offers a cozy and intimate living experience. Note that this property is not pet-friendly. Come see what this property has to offer!

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Address details

Units2
Units available2
City
Zip code28052

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1212 Essex St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Gastonia

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1212 Essex St #7 to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gastonia.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Gastonia
A table of studio rental data trends in Gastonia
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,195
July 2024$915
December 2024$1,005
January 2025$1,005
February 2025$1,005
March 2025$1,005
April 2026$800
May 2026$800

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1212 Essex St #7

Webb Street Special Education School

1623 n webb st

gastonia, NC, 28052

PK, K-12Public

Bessemer City Primary School

1320 north 12th st

bessemer city, NC, 28016

PK, K-2Public
B+

Bessemer City Central Elementary School

1400 puett's chapel rd

bessemer city, NC, 28016

3-5Public
C+

Gaston Virtual Academy

1 learning pl

gastonia, NC, 28052

K-12Public
C+

Oakridge Elementary School

5670 oakridge rd

clover, SC, 29710

PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Gastonia near 1212 Essex St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1212 Essex St, Gastonia

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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