
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IA (28 Rentals)


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Essex, IA 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 | $1,040 | $775 | $1,295 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $540 | $2,661 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $640 | $3,499 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $995 | $5,281 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IA is found at Fontenelle Hills in the Clermont Court neighborhood and is 1,497 square feet priced from $1,899. Valley View Estates has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,337 square feet and currently listed start at $1,825. 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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Fontenelle Hills | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Deluxe | 1,497 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
Valley View Estates | 3 Bedroom | 1,337 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
The Vue | 3 Bedroom - Merrill | 1,291 Sq Ft | $1,617 |
Bellevue Hills | C1 | 1,125 Sq Ft | $1,483 |
Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Britain Towne | 3 Bedroom | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Forest Cove Apartments | 3x1 | 1,025 Sq Ft | $899 |
Arbor View Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 26, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IA is the 3x1 Model starting from $899 at Forest Cove Apartments . The second most affordable Essex 3 Bedroom is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Arbor View Apartments starting at $995 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,867. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Forest Cove Apartments | 3x1 | $899 |
Arbor View Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | $995 |
Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | $1,250 |
Britain Towne | 3 Bedroom | $1,450 |
Bellevue Hills | C1 | $1,483 |
The Vue | 3 Bedroom - Merrill | $1,617 |
Valley View Estates | 3 Bedroom | $1,825 |
Fontenelle Hills | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Deluxe | $1,899 |
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Bike Score®
31 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Essex Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,867.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,497 square feet unit starting from $1,899 at Fontenelle Hills.
What is the average size for Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 1,695 sq ft.
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