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Highlights

  • Gated community
  • Granite countertops
  • Private balconies and patios
  • New cabinets
  • Washer and dryer connection
  • Hardwood-like flooring

Location

3550 Watermelon Rd, Northport, AL 35473, USA
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Management

Duckworth-Morris Realty Co., Inc.

Leasing office

(205) 758-7144

Property Overview

Essex Square Apartments is a highly-rated property with an overall Zumper score of 8.8, highlighting its competitive pricing, excellent amenities, and prime location. The property features desirable aspects such as a gated community, granite countertops, and private balconies. Additionally, its pet-friendly environment is complemented by nearby veterinary services and outdoor spaces, making it an appealing choice for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Essex Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Essex Square Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

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  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One bedroom One bath with washer/dryer connections1 bed1 bath672 sqft$955 /mo1 unit available
Remodeled One Bedroom One Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath672 sqft$1,025 /mo1 unit available
Two Bedrooms One Bath2 bed1 bath864 sqft$1,055 /mo1 unit available
Remodeled Two Bedrooms One Bath2 bed1 bath864 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Essex Square Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer ConnectionWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherFood Disposal
Garbage DisposalIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesStove
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Gated CommunityOutdoor Space
Private PoolSwimming Pool
Tennis Courts
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Not Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

1 pet maximum.

Building details

Property details

Units225
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About Essex Square Apartments

HomeApartments in Northport Essex Square Apartments

The complex is a gated community with individually coded access for each resident. It features private balconies and patios, with both standard and remodeled units available. All Units have a washer and dryer connection and come standard with a stove, fridge, dishwasher, and garbage disposals (remodeled units have microwaves). The remodeled units have new cabinets, tubs, vanity, hardwood-like flooring, granite countertops, and much more. Conveniently located near the University of Alabama campus. The community has sidewalks that lead to nearby restaurants and retail stores. The closest highway is Highway 82. Tuscaloosa County School System.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Essex Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Essex Square Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Essex Square Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Essex Square Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Essex Square Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—cats allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Essex Square Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Essex Square Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Had nothing but wonderful experiences at Essex Square! Teresa is very kind and knowledgeable about the complex,and was of great help helping us sign our lease. The complex is gated,the pool is kept clean,and it is very quiet and safe! The remodeled units are beautiful and definitely worth the price! The hardwood floors and granite counters make it feel real classy. Loving our apartment so far!

Natalie Baur

Natalie Baur

Jul 01, 2020

I lived in Tuscaloosa for 6 years in multiple places, Essex Square was by far my best stay. Teresa does a great job at keeping residents up to date with everything and goes out of her way to help residents with things. The maintenance team gets to you almost immediately once you put in a request and the property is well maintained. The community is very quiet and relaxed. I’d recommend living here over anywhere else in the Tuscaloosa/Northport area if you’re looking for an apartment.

Brandyn Hawkins

Brandyn Hawkins

Nov 19, 2021

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Essex Square Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Essex Square Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Northport

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Northport.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Essex Square Apartments to be 2% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Northport.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Northport
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Northport
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$875
November 2023$885
December 2023$895
January 2024$895
February 2024$895
March 2024$915
April 2024$980
May 2024$945
June 2024$945
July 2024$965
August 2024$966
September 2024$1,000
October 2024$1,025
November 2024$1,086
December 2024$1,160
January 2025$1,058
February 2025$1,126
March 2025$1,000
April 2025$1,005
May 2025$1,005
June 2025$1,017
July 2025$1,055
August 2025$1,006
September 2025$990

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$39,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $990.
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Schools near Essex Square Apartments

Faucett-Vestavia Elementary School

1150 vestavia circle

northport, AL, 35473

PK, K-4Public
B+

Matthews Elementary School

1225 rice mine rd

northport, AL, 35476

PK, K-4Public
C+

Lloyd Wood Education Center

2300 26th ave

northport, AL, 35476

PK, K-12Public

Crestmont Elementary School

2400 34th ave

northport, AL, 35476

PK, K-4Public
B-

Flatwoods Elementary School

3800 66th ave

northport, AL, 35473

PK, K-4Public
B-
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Getting around Northport near 3550 Watermelon Rd

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3550 Watermelon Rd, Northport

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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