
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, CT (21 Rentals)


The Sound at Gateway Commons

The Cove at Gateway Commons

Faire Harbour Landings

Country Place

18 Prospect St

157 Plum Bank Rd

421 Seaside Ave

18 Thompson Ln

896 Boston Post Rd

57 Mohican Rd W

32 Maplewood St

8 Nibang Ave

29 Menunketesuck Ave

42 Chapman Beach Rd

89 Grove Beach Rd S

2 Point Rd
Essex, CT 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 | $1,481 | $1,045 | $1,950 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $905 | $3,183 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,084 | $3,642 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $1,700 | $3,795 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CT is found at The Edgewater in the South Lyme neighborhood and is 2,156 square feet priced from $3,395. The Cove at Gateway Commons in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,960 square feet and currently listed start at $3,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Edgewater | Parker | 2,156 Sq Ft | $3,395 |
The Cove at Gateway Commons | Anchor Townhome | 1,960 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
The Sound at Gateway Commons | The Madison | 1,320 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 26, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, CT is the Grady Model starting from $2,011 at The Edgewater in the South Lyme neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 3 Bedroom is the The Madison Model at The Sound at Gateway Commons starting at $2,895 in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,978. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Edgewater | Grady | $2,011 |
The Sound at Gateway Commons | The Madison | $2,895 |
The Cove at Gateway Commons | Anchor Townhome | $3,795 |
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Bike Score®
31 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Essex is at The Edgewater listed at $2,011.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $2,978.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 2,156 square feet unit starting from $3,395 at The Edgewater.
What is the average size for Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 0 sq ft.
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