Apartments For Rent in Essex, MA

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Apartments For Rent Near Essex, MA

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What Locals Say about Essex

  • Jenny S.
    "I like that there is a no-leash law in Essex because the neighborhood dogs visit my porch often. I also feel concern at times when I see dogs on busier streets."
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  • Ernies3
    "The town needs a leash law to protect the dogs and possibly a dog park to run the dogs. Dogs are frequently get hit by motor vehicles something needs to get done "
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  • Sharlenemary
    "Essex is a beautiful, small town with a tidal river for ample recreation, rent kayaks or take the Essex River tour, free boater access to Cranes Beach, easy ocean access, boat slips, lifeguard at beach on Conomo Point, Chebacco lake with freshwater beach, town recreation fields, Renowned restaurants, Manchester Essex Regional High - top in state, unique shops, bedroom community of Boston, mixed income economic diversity, county feel, horse community, very little town traffic, community churches, active community, great library, local business get to know you so they don't have to ask for your coffee preference or your name at the back. Range of unique homes in established community, town's history history is well documented, Essex Ship Builders Museum and other historic sites. "
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Average Rent Trends in Essex, MA

Rent in Essex, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Sep 2025$2,000
Oct 2025$1,850
Nov 2025$2,000
Dec 2025$2,000
Jan 2026$2,000
Feb 2026$2,375
Mar 2026$1,775
Apr 2026$2,000
May 2026$2,375
Jun 2026$2,000
Jul 2026$2,350
Aug 2026$2,356
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,000$2,350$4,900—$2,350
Apartments and Condos$2,000———$2,000
Houses——$4,900—$3,556
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Essex, MA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Essex, MA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Essex, MA is $2,175 per month. This is about 11% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Essex, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Essex, MA was lowest in Oct 2025 when it was $1,850 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Essex, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Essex, MA was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $2,324 per month.
  • How many available rental listings are in Essex, MA?
    There are 4 available rental listings in Essex, MA.
  • What are some zip codes in Essex, MA?
    Essex, MA includes zip codes such as: 01929.
  • What are some cities near Essex, MA?
    Some nearby cities include: Hamilton, Manchester, Gloucester, Ipswich, Prides Crossing. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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