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Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Essex, MD under $1200. 127 Rentals Available
  • 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+
  • 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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  • a building with a checkered facade on a city street
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    7000 Belair Road, Baltimore, MD 21206
    STUDIO $20
  • a blue van parked in front of an old building
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    10 N Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    3 BEDS $938
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  • two cars parked in front of an apartment building
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    102 N Highland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • the front of a building with a green door and windows
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    3315 Noble St, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,200
  • a brick house with three windows and a porch
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    3325 Dudley Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21213
    3 BEDS $1,100
  • a hallway with a staircase and a window
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    1209 N Luzerne Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
    3 BEDS $1,000
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a fireplace
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    502 N Montford Ave, Baltimore, MD 21205
    2 BEDS $1,200
  • a red and white house on a city street
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    2020 East Lafayette Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21213
    3 BEDS $1,100
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  • an old brick house with an orange awning and a sign in front
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    1636 Kingsway Road, Baltimore, MD 21218
    1 BED $1,000
  • a white car parked in front of an apartment building
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    1631 Northgate Road, Baltimore, MD 21218
    1 BED $850+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a key in the door
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    1543 Northwick Rd, Baltimore, MD 21218
    1 BED $850
  • a brick house with snow on the ground
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    Road, Baltimore, MD 21218
    1 BED $900+
  • Baltimore City 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent

    Baltimore City, Baltimore, MD 21223
    1 BED $840
    2 BEDS $1,050
  • a red brick house with a white door on a street
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    3611 Mt Pleasant Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224
    2 BEDS $1,150
  • 1233 Walters Ave 1 Apartment for Rent
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    1233 Walters Ave, Baltimore, MD 21239
    1 BED $833
  • 326 E. 25Th St 1 Apartment for Rent
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    326 E. 25Th St, Baltimore, MD 21218
    1 BED $500
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a large window
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    300 N Charles St, BALTIMORE, MD 21201
    1 BED $950+
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    301 W Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21201
    STUDIO $1,050+
  • a tank is parked in front of a building
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    1116 Gleneagle Road, Baltimore, MD 21239
    1 BED $850
  • the front of a brick building with steps and plants
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    3210 N Calvert St, BALTIMORE, MD 21218
    STUDIO $100
    1 BED $950+
  • a living room with a tv and a coffee table
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    3012 Saint Paul Street City, BALTIMORE, MD 21218
    1 BED $895+
    2 BEDS $1,050
  • the entryway of a house with a staircase and a yard in the background
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    507 Cherry Hill Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
    2 BEDS $1,200
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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 13 Apr 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 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.

Renting apartments in Essex, MD under $1,200

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 127 apartments for rent in Essex, MD from 25 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Essex, MD is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $500 in Essex, MD, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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