
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IL (34 Rentals)


Maple Leaf Apartments

Lincoln Station Rowhomes

Seasons at Plainfield

Timber Pointe Apartments

311 N Ottawa St

Mallard Point Apartments

Arbors at Hickory Creek

The Bluffs
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Ravine Woods Apartments

Springs at Lockport

Pheasant Run

Twin Oaks West Apartments

Pine Meadows Apartments

Pontiac Towers

Richton Trail
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Winchester Manor

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Willow Run of Crest Hill

Remington Apartment Homes

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

250 N Entrance Ave

1119 S Curtis Ave

283 E Birch St

2443 N Sleepy Hollow Ln
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352 N Birch St

134 S 1st St
Essex, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Essex Studio Apartments | $1,899 | $850 | $4,231 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $949 | $5,030 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $643 | $5,027 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $753 | $3,747 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is found at The Bluffs in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood and is 886 square feet priced from $1,875. Timber Pointe Apartments in the Breckenridge Cameo neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 835 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Bluffs | 1E | 886 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Cypress | 835 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Sixteen30 | A2 | 833 Sq Ft | $1,939 |
Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Luxury Package | 750 Sq Ft | $949 |
Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | 719 Sq Ft | $1,488 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 598 Sq Ft | $1,246 |
311 N Ottawa St | 1 Bedroom | 520 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is the One Bedroom, Base Package Model starting from $949 at Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 1 Bedroom is the Cypress Model at The Woodlands of Crest Hill starting at $1,246 in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $1,762. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | $949 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | $1,246 |
311 N Ottawa St | Studio | $1,250 |
Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | $1,488 |
Sixteen30 | A1 | $1,874 |
The Bluffs | 1E | $1,875 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Cypress | $1,895 |
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Getting Around Essex, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Essex Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Essex with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Essex is at Stone Falls listed at $949.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $1,762.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 886 square feet unit starting from $1,875 at The Bluffs.
What is the average size for Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 725 sq ft.
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