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Essex Apartment Homes

One Avalon Dr, Peabody, MA 01960

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,380 - $3,479

    Plus Fees

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    779 - 1,791 sq ft

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With a premier address on the North Shore, Essex is home to a wonderful collection of Peabody apartments that come in one- and two-bedroom floor plans with loft and townhome options. Each of these amazing apartments come with luxury features like a private patio or balcony, central air-conditioning, spacious closets and in-unit washer and dryers. Members also get to take advantage of a range of community amenities, such as a landscaped barbecue and picnic area, playground, sparkling swimming pool and planned resident activities. In a nutshell, our apartments in Essex County have everything you need to live comfortably in Massachusetts. We are an Equal Opportunity Housing Provider.

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Highlights

  • Furnished Units Available
  • Sundeck
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Cross $2,380 – $2,603 Plus Fees
1 Bed 1 Bath 779 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-5113
    price $2,380
    square feet 779
    availibility Now
Collins with Loft $2,540 – $2,781 Plus Fees
1 Bed 1 Bath 992 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-4133
    price $2,540
    square feet 992
    availibility Feb 22
Sylvan $2,759 – $3,180 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,225 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-5214
    price $2,759
    square feet 1,225
    availibility Now
  • Unit 01-4122
    price $2,914
    square feet 1,225
    availibility Jan 25
Lowell with Loft $2,839 – $3,120 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,494 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-3132
    price $2,839
    square feet 1,494
    availibility Feb 5
Andover Townhome $3,177 – $3,479 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,791 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-0021
    price $3,177
    square feet 1,791
    availibility Mar 7
Prospect Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 824 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Proctor with Loft Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 955 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Pine Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,165 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Endicott with Loft Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,400 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Cross $2,380 – $2,603 Plus Fees
1 Bed 1 Bath 779 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-5113
    price $2,380
    square feet 779
    availibility Now
Collins with Loft $2,540 – $2,781 Plus Fees
1 Bed 1 Bath 992 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-4133
    price $2,540
    square feet 992
    availibility Feb 22
Prospect Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 824 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Proctor with Loft Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 955 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Sylvan $2,759 – $3,180 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,225 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-5214
    price $2,759
    square feet 1,225
    availibility Now
  • Unit 01-4122
    price $2,914
    square feet 1,225
    availibility Jan 25
Lowell with Loft $2,839 – $3,120 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,494 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-3132
    price $2,839
    square feet 1,494
    availibility Feb 5
Andover Townhome $3,177 – $3,479 Plus Fees
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,791 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 01-0021
    price $3,177
    square feet 1,791
    availibility Mar 7
Pine Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,165 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
Endicott with Loft Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,400 Sq Ft $999 Deposit
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Dogs
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $95 / mo
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $500
    75 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Cats
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $95 / mo
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $500
    75 lbs. Weight Limit

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Lease Options

  • 6 - 14 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1999
  • 154 units/3 stories
  • Furnished Units Available

About Essex Apartment Homes

With a premier address on the North Shore, Essex is home to a wonderful collection of Peabody apartments that come in one- and two-bedroom floor plans with loft and townhome options. Each of these amazing apartments come with luxury features like a private patio or balcony, central air-conditioning, spacious closets and in-unit washer and dryers. Members also get to take advantage of a range of community amenities, such as a landscaped barbecue and picnic area, playground, sparkling swimming pool and planned resident activities. In a nutshell, our apartments in Essex County have everything you need to live comfortably in Massachusetts. We are an Equal Opportunity Housing Provider.

Essex Apartment Homes is an apartment community located in Essex County and the 01960 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Peabody attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Furnished apartments available
  • Ask Us About Our Hardwood Flooring!
  • Fully-equipped kitchens include dishwashers and breakfast bars
  • Separate dining rooms in select apartments
  • Frost-free refrigerator with ice-maker
  • Spacious closets
  • Sustainable apartment plumbing fixtures and HVAC equipment
  • On-site storage units available
  • Bright spacious floor plans with 9 foot or vaulted ceilings
  • Disability Access
  • Flexible lease terms available
  • Private Balcony and Patio

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  • Saturday, 10am - 5pm
  • Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Furnished Units Available
  • Playground
  • Sundeck

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Furnished
  • Balcony
  • Patio
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Amenities
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Sundeck
  • Playground
  • Furnished apartments available
  • Ask Us About Our Hardwood Flooring!
  • Fully-equipped kitchens include dishwashers and breakfast bars
  • Separate dining rooms in select apartments
  • Frost-free refrigerator with ice-maker
  • Spacious closets
  • Sustainable apartment plumbing fixtures and HVAC equipment
  • On-site storage units available
  • Bright spacious floor plans with 9 foot or vaulted ceilings
  • Disability Access
  • Flexible lease terms available
  • Private Balcony and Patio
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Furnished
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $95
Dog Rent $95
One-Time
Cat Deposit $500
Dog Deposit $500
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
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Neighborhood

Located 20 miles north of downtown Boston, Peabody Town Center provides its residents with a laid-back suburban atmosphere surrounding a central business district. Commuters can travel to Boston in less than one hour down I-95 and I-93, making this neighborhood an attractive choice for those who work in the city. Rental options include space in multi-family homes and units available in some larger apartment buildings.

Most of the activity in Peabody Town Center is in the Main Street area, which combines restaurants, shops, and historical attractions. The historic Peabody Institute Library hosts events for residents of all ages, such as painting classes, book groups, and concert series. Dine out at Maki Sushi Bar & Grill to try some unique maki rolls, or grab a sandwich at Bill & Bob's Roast Beef. Shoppers enjoy easy access to Northshore Mall, one of the largest upscale indoor shopping malls in the area.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Central Peabody Peabody, MA
Studio - $1,829
1 Bedroom $2,310 $2,202
2 Bedrooms $2,693 $2,758
3 Bedrooms $3,044 $3,361
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
North Shore C.C., Danvers
Drive: 11 min 5.1 mi
Salem State University
Drive: 12 min 5.2 mi
North Shore C.C., Lynn Campus
Drive: 17 min 7.4 mi
Endicott College
Drive: 15 min 7.5 mi
Essex Apartment Homes is within 11 minutes or 5.1 miles from North Shore C.C., Danvers. It is also near Salem State University and Endicott College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Riverside Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
331 Students
Nearby
Center Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
446 Students
Attendance Zone
J Henry Higgins Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,346 Students
Attendance Zone
Peabody Veterans Memorial High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,476 Students
Attendance Zone
St John The Baptist School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
346 Students
Nearby
Great Beginnings Learning School
Private Elementary School
Grades K
1 Students
Nearby
Inst Family Life & Learn
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-11
Nearby
Bishop Fenwick High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
541 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Peabody include Wonderland Station, located 11.5 miles from Essex Apartment Homes. Essex Apartment Homes is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 18.3 miles or 31 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Wonderland Station
Drive: 24 min 11.5 mi
Revere Beach Station
Drive: 24 min 11.8 mi
Oak Grove Station
Drive: 22 min 13.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Salem
Drive: 10 min 3.8 mi
Beverly Depot
Drive: 10 min 5.1 mi
North Beverly
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Montserrat
Drive: 11 min 6.4 mi
Swampscott
Drive: 16 min 6.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 31 min 18.3 mi
Very Walkable
70
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Somewhat Bikeable
45
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Essex Apartment Homes.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Northshore Mall
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Endicott Square
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Freedom Square
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Essex Apartment Homes has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Salem Maritime National Historic Site
Drive: 10 min 4.2 mi
Connors Farm
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Lynn Woods
Drive: 17 min 7.2 mi
Lynn Heritage State Park
Drive: 17 min 7.8 mi
Breakheart Reservation
Drive: 20 min 9.1 mi
Essex Apartment Homes has 5 parks within 9.1 miles, including Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Connors Farm, and Lynn Woods.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
North Shore Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 3.8 mi
Northeast Hospital Corporation
Drive: 10 min 5.7 mi
MelroseWakefield Healthcare
Drive: 19 min 10.8 mi
Essex Apartment Homes has 3 hospitals within 10.8 miles, the nearest is North Shore Medical Center which is 3.8 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Pickering
Drive: 13 min 5.6 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 20 min 8.7 mi
Essex Apartment Homes is 5.6 miles from Fort Pickering, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Miller.
 
 

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  • 779 Square Feet

  • 824 Square Feet

  • 955 Square Feet

  • 992 Square Feet

  • 1165 Square Feet

  • 1225 Square Feet

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Essex Apartment Homes have in-unit laundry?

Essex Apartment Homes has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Essex Apartment Homes?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Essex Apartment Homes?

Contact this property for parking details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Essex Apartment Homes has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,380/mo. to $3,479/mo.

Is Essex Apartment Homes pet-friendly?

Yes, Essex Apartment Homes welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Essex Apartment Homes?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,380 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $86,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Essex Apartment Homes have move-in specials?

Essex Apartment Homes is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,380.

Does Essex Apartment Homes offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Essex Apartment Homes does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can explore units through In-Person tours. Schedule a tour now.

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