Essex, MD Apartments For Rent
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$763 - $1,140/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathMansfield Woods Apartments | 710H Snowberry Ct #2B-1Ba-742Sqft,
Essex, MD 21221 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$852 - $1,218/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathHartland Apartments | 1103 Country Terrace Rd #1358634,
Essex, MD 21221 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,175 - $1,795/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsCommons at Whitemarsh | 9901 Langs Rd #LANO614G,
Middle River, MD 21220 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,176 - $1,360/mo1-2 Beds1 BathQueen's Purchase Apartments | 1207 Middleborough Rd #1594035,
Essex, MD 21221 - $1,235 - $1,571/mo1-2 Beds1 BathWindsor House Apartments | 201 Middleway Rd #F306003B,
Middle River, MD 21220 - $1,215 - $2,052/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsHopkins Point by OneWall | 37 Alberge Ln #ALBER209,
Middle River, MD 21220 - $1,040 - $1,335/mo1-2 Beds1 BathSeneca Bay Apartment Homes | 3736 White Pine Rd #606E,
Middle River, MD 21220 - $844 - $1,241/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsEssex Village and Maryln Gardens | 846 Brunswick Rd #843-1B,
Essex, MD 21221 - $1,097 - $1,147/mo1 Bed1 BathChesapeake Village Apartments | 227 Carroll Island Rd #3E,
Middle River, MD 21220 - Total price$1,947 - $2,957/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Berkleigh | 6221 Greenleigh Ave #227,
Middle River, MD 21220 - $1,965 - $2,250/mo3 Beds2-3 BathsWalnut Grove Townhomes | 953 Walnut Grove Rd #S9220922,
Essex, MD 21221 - Total price$1,774 - $2,824/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsArbors Greenleigh | 11550 Crossroads Cir #189,
Baltimore, MD 21220 - $2,656 - $2,857/mo3-4 Beds3 BathsThe Pointe at Manorgreen Townhomes | 898 Manorgreen Rd #M9480948,
Middle River, MD 21220 - $1,399 - $2,249/mo1-3 Beds1 BathStansbury Manor Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Alder Dr #2C,
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What Locals Say about Essex
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Essex, MD: breezy waterfront suburb with easy highways, transit, and low-cost living. People like quick commutes, water access, affordable homes, dog-friendly parks, and events. They dislike crime, dirty parks, weak schools, scarce sidewalks, parking woes, and loitering.
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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 stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Mar 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $2,100 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,200 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,000 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,000 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,000 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,000 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,100 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,000 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,200 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,400 |
| May 2026 | $2,395 |
| Jun 2026 | $2,400 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,065 | $1,350 | $2,500 | $2,700 | $2,400 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,700 | $2,500 | $2,700 | $2,600 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,400 | $1,600 | $1,295 | $2,400 | $1,550 |
| Houses | — | $1,700 | $2,700 | $2,400 | $2,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Essex, MD
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Essex, MD?The average rent of an apartment in Essex, MD is $1,362 per month. This is about 30% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Essex, MD?The average rent of a house in Essex, MD is $2,600 per month. This is about 33% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Essex, MD?The average rent of a townhome in Essex, MD is $2,600 per month. This is about 33% higher 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 Feb 2025 when it was $1,999 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 Mar 2025 when it was $2,200 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 $1,065 per month. That is about $142 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Essex, MD?There are 100 available rental listings 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.