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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

2 Driftwood Ct, Essex, MD 21221, USA|Essex
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Management

The Time Group WPM Real Estate Group

Leasing office

(410) 682-6886

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Verona at Middle River receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3, demonstrating its appeal to renters due to its excellent price and amenities ratings of 9 each, reflecting a great balance of value for money. The property’s prime location further enhances its desirability, offering convenient access to various points of interest and a transparency rating of 8, showcasing its trustworthy management. Notable features include pet-friendly policies, outdoor spaces, and a wealth of visual information through its numerous photos.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Verona at Middle River is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Verona at Middle River 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BD/1BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,241 /mo1 unit available
2BD/1BA2 bed1 bath720 sqft$1,299–$1,324 /mo5 units available

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Amenities for Verona at Middle River

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

Garbage DisposalNew Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePlayground
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. We’re pleased to welcome cats and dogs of all sizes to our community. Each home may have up to two pets, with certain breed restrictions that apply. Fees A non-refundable pet fee of $250 per pet, along with a monthly pet rent of $35 per pet. Breed Restrictions The following breeds, and mixes of these breeds, are not permitted: Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Doberman Pinscher, Chow, Mastiff, Kugsha, and farm animals. Requirements Pets must have a current rabies vaccination in accordance with Maryland law. Each pet must also be registered through Pet Screening, our third-party verification platform. A $30 per pet, per year fee applies.

$35

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. We’re pleased to welcome cats and dogs of all sizes to our community. Each home may have up to two pets, with certain breed restrictions that apply. Fees A non-refundable pet fee of $250 per pet, along with a monthly pet rent of $35 per pet. Breed Restrictions The following breeds, and mixes of these breeds, are not permitted: Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Doberman Pinscher, Chow, Mastiff, Kugsha, and farm animals. Requirements Pets must have a current rabies vaccination in accordance with Maryland law. Each pet must also be registered through Pet Screening, our third-party verification platform. A $30 per pet, per year fee applies.

$35

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Building details

Property details

Units299
Lease terms12 months
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About Verona at Middle River

HomeApartments in Essex Verona at Middle River

Verona at Middle River cost $1,241–$1,324 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry and outdoor space. Located at 2 Driftwood Ct, Essex, MD 21221, USA, Verona at Middle River has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Essex, renting an apartment at Verona at Middle River is 12% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Essex include but are not limited to: 55 Insley Way, 506 W Franklin St, 733 W Pratt St, 824 N Calvert St


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Verona at Middle River is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Verona at Middle River 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 Verona at Middle River
Price·9A 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.
Verona at Middle River stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
Verona at Middle River goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Verona at Middle River receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Verona at Middle River 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 Verona at Middle River 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.

Verona at Middle River is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Verona at Middle River compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Essex

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% higher than 1-bedrooms in Essex.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Verona at Middle River to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Essex.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Essex
Essex
A table of studio rental data trends in Essex
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,046
May 2024$901
June 2024$898
July 2024$927
August 2024$920
September 2024$915
October 2024$918
November 2024$921
December 2024$921
January 2025$995
February 2025$995
March 2025$1,052
April 2025$995
May 2025$974
January 2026$2,200
A table of studio rental data trends in Essex
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,046
May 2024$901
June 2024$898
July 2024$927
August 2024$920
September 2024$915
October 2024$921
November 2024$921
December 2024$921

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,640/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,640 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,241.
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Schools near Verona at Middle River

Sussex Elementary School

515 s woodward dr

baltimore, MD, 21221

PK, K-5Public
C+

Battle Monument School

7801 e collingham dr

baltimore, MD, 21222

PK, K-12Public

Honeygo Elementary School

4816 joppa rd

perry hall, MD, 21128

PK, K-5Public
A-

White Oak School

8401 leefield rd

parkville, MD, 21234

PK, K-5Public
C+

Ridge Ruxton School

6916 charles st

baltimore, MD, 21204

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Essex | Essex, MD

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

Getting around Essex near 2 Driftwood Ct

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2 Driftwood Ct, Essex

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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