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Essex Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,022/mo
Down -2% From Last Year
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Explore Rent Prices Near Essex, MD
Essex, MD’s average rent price is $1,151 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Middle River | $1,330 |
| Dundalk | $1,247 |
| Rosedale | $1,478 |
| White Marsh | $1,532 |
| Nottingham | $1,657 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Essex, MD Apartments for Rent
Essex, Maryland, sits on a peninsula tucked between the Back River and Middle River, roughly 11 miles east of Baltimore — close enough to the city to commute easily, distinct enough to feel like its own place. Originally platted in 1909 by the Taylor Land Company for Baltimoreans looking for breathing room outside the city, Essex grew steadily through the mid-20th century, fueled in part by the Glenn L. Martin Company's aerospace operations nearby. That industrial and working-waterfront heritage still shapes the area's grounded, no-frills character today.
The housing stock here leans practical and accessible, with a solid mix of apartment communities, townhomes, and garden-style rentals spread across a compact 10-square-mile footprint. Renters who want more space for their dollar will find Essex competitive compared to Baltimore proper. The community sits within Baltimore County, giving residents access to county services and schools without city boundaries. Interstate 695 runs nearby, keeping downtown Baltimore and surrounding employment centers well within reach for daily commuters.
Essex, MD Rental Insights
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The average rent in Essex, MD is $1,022 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,640, which means housing in Essex, MD is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in Essex, MD by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 520 Essex apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Essex, MD has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in Essex, MD have access to CCBC Essex, Johns Hopkins Medicine, CCBC Dundalk, and Morgan State University.