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$1,264–$1,715
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2d ago
41 Stemmers Run Rd, Essex, MD 21221
Fitness center | On-site management | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,585
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Available Nov 13
3d ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$1,745
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3d ago
953 Walnut Grove Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$2,040–$2,546
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
2513 Barrison Point Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
$3,200
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
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Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
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Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
513 Waters Landing Dr, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,800
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
19 Pelczar Ave, Essex, MD 21221
On-site laundry | Fitness center | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$3,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
961 Martin Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,395
$2,250
Price drop
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Available Sep 8
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
206 Cove Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
712 Mansfield Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,975
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
4 baths
$3,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
0 baths
$1,700
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$2,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
1 bath
$1,790
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
706 Seawall Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
Studio
0 baths
$1,395
$1,275
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Available Aug 26
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
Studio
0 baths
$975
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Available Aug 26
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
0.5 baths
$2,400
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As of today, Essex's median rent price is $1,800 per month.
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$1,800
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| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $1,800 | N/A |
| 1 bedroom | $1,050 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $1,585 | N/A |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Essex average around $1,050/month (down 1.7% year over year) and two-bedrooms approximately $1,450/month (up 14.5% annually).
December offers the best rental deals in Essex with the lowest rents of the year, about 15% cheaper than peak August prices. November is also favorable with the least competition among renters.
Based on Zumper's current listings, Essex welcomes pet owners with 89% of rental apartments being pet-friendly. With about 65 listings available monthly, this works out to roughly 58 pet-welcoming options each month.
In our current listings, utilities are not included in Essex rental prices, appearing in 0% of apartments across all bedroom types. Renters should plan to handle utility costs separately from their monthly rent payments.
Based on our current listings data, Essex rentals showcase historic character with Colonial architecture leading at 42.9% of properties and Cape Cod homes at 17.5%. These traditional styles reflect the area's colonial heritage dating back to America's early settlements.
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 2026 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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