
Cheap Homes for Rent in Essex, CA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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2175 Riviera Blvd

2081 Diamond Dr

3641 Wendell Ave

3659 Wendell Ave

2093 Riviera Blvd

3630 Gem St
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548 Ramar Rd

1598 La Paz Way

254 Riverwood Ln

2128 Whitewater Dr

2030 Coronado Dr

1987 Easy St

5080 Erin Dr
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Essex, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Essex 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,277 | $1,000 | $1,650 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,902 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
Essex 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Essex 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex, CA is a Studio unit found at Parker's Last Resort priced from $750. VINTAGE AT LAUGHLIN in the Cottage Court neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $844. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Parker's Last Resort | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
VINTAGE AT LAUGHLIN | 1 Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
The Vistas Apartment Homes | The Nugget | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
Marble Canyon Manor Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $890 |
Sunset Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex area is the $1.08 price per square foot Plan A Model at The Villas at South Pointe in the in the Cottage Court neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Essex apartment is the Plan B Model at Andorra Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the La Paloma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Villas at South Pointe | Plan A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Andorra Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Desert Bay Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Quail Springs Village Apartments | 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Vista Del Sol | TWO MILE 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
Fairway Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
VISTA CREEK | Colorado | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
VINTAGE AT LAUGHLIN | 1 Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
The Vistas Apartment Homes | The Nugget | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Sunset Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex
What type of rentals are currently available in Essex?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Essex, CA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,805. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex ranging from $1,000 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex ranges from $1,000 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,832.
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