Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on January 14, 2026
Last updated on January 14, 2026
Last updated on January 14, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of January 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Essex, CT is $2,995. This is +58%, or $1,095, higher than the national average.
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As of January 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Essex, CT is $2,995. This is +58%, or $1,095, higher than the national average.
average price per square foot
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Median rent and rent ranges are based on Zumper inventory in the last 30 days. Household data are provided by the US Census Bureau.
Rent prices for all bedroom counts and property types in Essex, CT have decreased by 19% in the last month and have increased by 7% in the last year.
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
The monthly rent for an apartment in Essex, CT is $2,012. A 1-bedroom apartment in Essex, CT costs about $1,800 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $1,900. Houses for rent in Essex, CT are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $3,300.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,800 | 5% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $2,300 | 10% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $3,500 | 6% | 25% | |
4 bedroom | $4,000 | No Change | 61% | |
Studio | $1,450 | 5% | - |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Essex, CT.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,012 | 8% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,450 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,300 | 44% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
25%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last year
61%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Essex, CT.
Apartments
Average rent
$2,012
Last 30 days
8%
Condos
Average rent
$2,450
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$3,300
Last 30 days
44%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Essex, CT, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
Median rent prices in Essex, CT for all bedroom counts and property types compared to Bozrah, CT.
Essex
higher than the national median
lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Essex, CT is 61% higher than the median rent in Bozrah, CT.
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
46 Main St #1, Essex, CT 06426
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
46 Main St #1, Essex, CT 06426
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
20 Grove St, Essex, CT 06426
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown is for a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus any required monthly fees listed by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15