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Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD

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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    41 Stemmers Run Road, Essex, MD 21221
    2 BEDS $1,550
  • a living room with a blue couch and a glass table
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    953 Walnut Grove, Essex, MD 21221
    3 BEDS $1,958+
  • a kitchen with a stove and microwave
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    1114 Tace Drive, Essex, MD 21221
    3 BEDS $1,611+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1460 E Hadwick Drive, Essex, MD 21221
    1 BED $975+
    2 BEDS $1,115+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a window
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    1114 Tace Drive, 2D, Essex, MD 21221
    STUDIO $931+
    1 BED $984+
    2 BEDS $1,055+
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  • a building with a sign in front of it
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    400 Essex Ave, Essex, MD 21221
    STUDIO $880
    1 BED $1,025
    2 BEDS $1,050

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    7860 Saint Monica Drive, Dundalk, MD 21222
    3 BEDS $1,475
  • an old brick house with an flag in front of it
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    2714 Moorgate Road, Dundalk, MD 21222
    3 BEDS $1,995
  • a red brick house with a tree in front of it
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    61 King Charles Circle, Rosedale, MD 21237
    3 BEDS $1,600
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    620 Rappolla St, BALTIMORE, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $2,000
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4646 Hudson Street, Baltimore, MD 21224
    3 BEDS $3,050
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    7000 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
    STUDIO $20
  • a living room with a couch and a rug
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    625 S Haven St, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $2,899+
    3 BEDS $2,949
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    3814 Mt Pleasant Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
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    3803 E Northern Pkwy, Baltimore, MD 21206
    3 BEDS $1,600
  • a white brick house with a black door
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    3729 Mt Pleasant Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    3712 Mt Pleasant Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
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  • a car parked in front of a red brick house
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    115 S Conkling St, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,600
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    3522 E Fairmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
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    3511 E Fayette St, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,700
  • a red car parked in front of a brick building
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    3501 E Fayette St, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,700
  • a brick building with a white door and windows
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    3406 Mt Pleasant Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,550
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    9 N Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
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  • a woman walking down a street in front of a brick building
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    11 N Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,809
  • 3322 Hudson Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    3322 Hudson Street, BALTIMORE, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $2,210
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Essex, MD rent trends

Rental prices in Essex, MD have increased by 0.32% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,264 to $1,268.

Check out the average rent prices in Essex by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Essex, MD is $1,268.

Average rent in Essex, MD

$1,268/mo Essex, MD average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Essex, MD is $1,268.

    What's the typical rent budget in Essex, MD?

    About 6% of apartment rents in Essex, MD range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 4% of apartments. Around 81% of Essex’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 9% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

    The largest share of rentals in Essex, MD (81%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Essex, MD

    21 /100
    Car-Dependent
    32 /100
    Some Transit
    30 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 21, Transit Score®: 32, Bike Score®: 30

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Essex, MD last updated?

    Prices and availability in Essex, MD were last updated on 23 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Essex, MD?

    The best apartments in Essex, MD are: Townhomes at River Crossing, Walnut Grove Townhomes*, Foxridge Townhomes, Kings Mill Apartments & Townhomes and Hyde Park Apartments*.

    What is the average rent in Essex, MD?

    The average rent in Essex, MD is $1,227.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Essex, MD?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Essex, MD is between $931 and $1,131.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is between $975 and $1,259.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is between $1,024 and $1,550.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Essex, MD is between $931 and $2,638.

    What type of rental buildings are in Essex, MD?

    In Essex 42% of the housing is rented out compared to 58% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 10% of Essex's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 84% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Essex, MD?

    The average age of rental buildings in Essex is 49 years old, with 5% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 96% are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and 4% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Essex, MD?

    Rental apartments in Essex come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 3% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 35% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 48% of all rentals in Essex. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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