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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 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    1233 Walters Ave, Baltimore, MD 21239
    1 BED $833
  • 326 E. 25Th St 1 Bed 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 25 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 type of rental buildings are in Essex, MD?

In Essex, 42% of the residents are renting compared to 58% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 10% of Essex's rentals, 84% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Essex, MD under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Essex, MD, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Essex, MD. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Essex, MD for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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