
Studio Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA (9 Rentals)


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Essex, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Essex Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $750 | $1,638 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $830 | $2,685 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,007 | $3,020 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,040 | $3,805 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Essex, CA is found at Desert Fountains at Palm Desert in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood and is 705 square feet priced from $1,583. Sunrise Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | 705 Sq Ft | $1,583 |
Sunrise Apartments | Grandview | 600 Sq Ft | $995 |
Casa Serena Apartments | Junior Suite | 500 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of May 01, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Essex, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $750 at Parker's Last Resort . The second most affordable Essex Studio is the Studio/1 Bath Model at Marble Canyon Manor Apartments starting at $890 in the Cottage Court neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Essex is currently $1,292. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Parker's Last Resort | Studio, 1 bath | $750 |
Marble Canyon Manor Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | $890 |
Sunrise Apartments | Sahara | $935 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Essex is at Parker's Last Resort listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Essex is $1,292.
What is the largest available Studio Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 705 square feet unit starting from $1,583 at Desert Fountains at Palm Desert.
What is the average size for Essex Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Essex is currently 573 sq ft.
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