Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on April 15, 2026
Last updated on April 15, 2026
Last updated on April 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Essex, CT is $2,690. This is +39%, or $752, higher than the national average.
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As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Essex, CT is $2,690. This is +39%, or $752, higher than the national average.
average price per square foot
At this time, we don't have information to generate a distribution. Please check back soon.
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 remained the same 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 $1,982. A 1-bedroom apartment in Essex, CT costs about $1,522 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $3,400. Houses for rent in Essex, CT are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $3,500.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,832 | 16% | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $2,780 | 10% | 33% | |
3 bedroom | $4,000 | No Change | 81% | |
4 bedroom | $6,000 | No Change | 13% | |
Studio | $1,475 | 5% | 17% |
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 | $1,982 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,450 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,500 | 13% | 17% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
17%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,832
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,780
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
33%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last year
81%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,000
Last year
13%
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
$1,982
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,450
Houses
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
17%
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
higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Essex, CT is 38% higher than the median rent in Bozrah, CT.
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5d+ ago
Verified
190 Westbrook Rd #2A, Essex, CT 06426
2 beds
2 baths
$2,780
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Verified
190 Westbrook Rd #2A, Essex, CT 06426
2 beds
2 baths
$2,780
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Essex
32 West Ave, Essex, CT 06426
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Essex
11 N Main St Unit B, Essex, CT 06426
2 beds
2 baths
$3,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent