Essex MD Apartments

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Average Rent Trends in Essex, MD

Rent in Essex, MD varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,346
Jul 2025$1,307
Aug 2025$1,324
Sep 2025$1,223
Oct 2025$1,260
Nov 2025$1,193
Dec 2025$1,193
Jan 2026$1,191
Feb 2026$1,711
Mar 2026$1,703
Apr 2026$1,697
May 2026$1,754
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,109$1,350$2,500$2,800$2,400
Townhomes—$2,200$2,500$2,800$2,500
Apartments and Condos$950$1,600$2,350—$1,700
Houses—$1,400$2,600$2,800$2,600
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Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in Essex, MD

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Essex, MD?
    The average rent of an apartment in Essex, MD is $1,753 per month. This is about 9% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Essex, MD?
    In the last year, the average rent in Essex, MD was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $1,193 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Essex, MD?
    In the last year, the average rent in Essex, MD was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,459 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Essex, MD?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is $1,208 per month. That is about $194 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Essex, MD?
    There are 29 available apartments or condos to rent in Essex, MD.
  • What are some zip codes in Essex, MD?
    Essex, MD includes zip codes such as: 21221.
  • What are some cities near Essex, MD?
    Some nearby cities include: Dundalk, Middle River, Rosedale, Rossville, Edgemere. These cities may have more rental options to explore.