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15h ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,955
House for rent
13h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,150
Apartment for rent
19h ago
953 Walnut Grove Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$1,992–$2,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Essex
In-unit laundry | Microwave | Oven
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
44 Warren Rd #A, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 3
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
961 Middlesex Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$1,975
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
21 Luffing Ct, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,750
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
1007 Foxwood Ln #1, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
605 Mace Ave, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
3 beds
1 bath
$2,150
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
4 Banyan Wood Ct Unit 201 #201, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
Studio
0 baths
$1,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
1920 Sue Ave, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
1700 Back Bay Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
5 beds
3 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
Condo for rent
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$1,825
House for rent
Available Oct 29
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
7607 Bayside Dr, Essex, MD 21221
On-site laundry | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
328 Savannah Rd, Essex, MD 21221
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Microwave
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
16 Ebbing Ct, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$1,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
499 Stemmers Run Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$2,400
House for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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Essex rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 27 apartments for rent in Essex, with a median rent price of $1,800 per month. Essex has seen a 1%—or $16—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,800Year Over Year Change
1%
$16
Rentals available, last 30 days
27
The average rent in Essex, MD, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,800, which is a 0.91% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Essex, MD is about $1,075. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Essex, MD is $1,400, and studios are about $600 per month.
See more Essex, MD rent data on our rent research page.
1706 old eastern ave
essex, MD, 21221
158 westbrook rd
essex, CT, 6426
51 center rd
essex, VT, 5452
6 leaning rd
essex, NY, 12936
1525 old eastern ave
essex, MD, 21221
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Age Range
0-19
25%
20-34
20%
35-44
10%
45-64
28%
65+
15%
Language
English
89%
Spanish
4%
Indo Euro
1%
Asia Pac
0%
Other
3%
Education
No HS
15%
High School
60%
Bachelor's
19%
Master's
3%
Prof Degree
0%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
19%
25-50k
22%
50-75k
19%
75-100k
11%
100-150k
15%
150k+
11%
Essex locals spend about 30 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Essex is through Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 15.05 miles away.
Scores for Essex are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
Essex residents appreciate the variety of local amenities, especially the parks and waterfront areas that offer opportunities for outdoor activities. Many local reviews highlight the convenience of shops and restaurants, making day-to-day life straightforward. The community’s proximity to Baltimore is also a plus for those commuting to the city. However, some residents express concerns about traffic issues and occasional noise from nearby highways, which can affect the overall atmosphere.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is approximately $1,062, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $1,315.
Rents in Essex, MD have generally decreased by about 29% for all rental sizes and types. However, the average cost of a 1-bedroom has increased by 4%, while 2-bedrooms have decreased by 8.8%.
October is the least competitive month to look for an apartment in Essex, MD, making it a potentially good time to find a deal. In contrast, March is the most competitive month.
Yes, Essex, MD has a high percentage of pet-friendly apartments, with approximately 77.74% of listings allowing pets.
Utilities are included in about 2% of rental listings in Essex, MD, so it's not very common.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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