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3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,950
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
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953 Walnut Grove Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$1,935–$2,506
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13h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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23h ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
326 Stemmers Run Rd, Essex, MD 21221
4 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
28 Warren Rd #B, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$875
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Available May 4
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,299–$1,324
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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Apartment for rent in Essex
2043 Sue Ave, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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4d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,500
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Outdoor Space
Hardwood Floor
Dishwasher
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5 beds
2 baths
$2,500
$2,350
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
3 beds
0.5 baths
$2,400
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Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
951 Bayner Rd #951, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
Available May 1
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House for rent in Essex
4 beds
3 baths
$2,900
$2,800
Price drop
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House for rent in Essex
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,495
$2,395
Price drop
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Available Mar 23
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
304 Sweetbay Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
3 beds
4 baths
$4,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
Studio
0 baths
$2,375
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
300 Long Cove Ln #300, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
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
$4,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
4 beds
3 baths
$3,000
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
1710 Huber Rd, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Walk-in closets
3 beds
3 baths
$2,900
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$2,500
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,400
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5d+ ago
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2301 Bayside Dr, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
4 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
Studio
0 baths
$1,200
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$2,900
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
House for rent
Available Mar 2
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
1302 Sugarwood Cir #102, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
3 beds
1 bath
$1,800
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Essex
4 Banyan Wood Court #103, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
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Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Essex
1913 Newhaven Dr, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,400
House for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
2 Banyan Wood Ct, Essex, MD 21221
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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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.
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