
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Essex, IL (51 Rentals)


Maple Leaf Apartments

Lincoln Station Rowhomes

Seasons at Plainfield

Redwood Lockport

Timber Pointe Apartments

311 N Ottawa St

Ravine Woods Apartments

Mallard Point Apartments

Arbors at Hickory Creek
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The Bluffs

Avalon at Morris

Springs at Lockport

Pheasant Run

Twin Oaks West Apartments

Carriage Creek Apartments
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Richton Trail

Dynasty House Apartments

1014 Shagbark Rd

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Remington Apartment Homes

Pontiac Towers

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

Pine Meadows Apartments

Willow Run of Crest Hill

1441 E Broadway St

1745 E Duane Blvd

1515 E Cedar St

1152 E Maple St

1154 E Maple St

304 S East St

405 E Reed St

205 Woodrow Ave

138 S 1st St

144 S 1st St

140 S 1st St

130 1st St

1226 Leon Way

1624 Fieldstone Dr N

7750 Pine Bluff Rd
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 | $1,880 | $850 | $4,560 |
Essex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $949 | $3,775 |
Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $444 | $4,857 |
Essex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $478 | $3,527 |
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Largest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is found at HighPoint Community Apartments in the Patriot Place neighborhood and is 1,551 square feet priced from $2,283. The Bluffs in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,272 square feet and currently listed start at $2,345. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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HighPoint Community Apartments | Everglade | 1,551 Sq Ft | $2,283 |
The Bluffs | 2F | 1,272 Sq Ft | $2,345 |
Seasons at Plainfield | 2C | 1,239 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Sixteen30 | B3 | 1,220 Sq Ft | $2,234 |
Maple Leaf Apartments | Garden | 1,176 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Douglas Fir | 1,160 Sq Ft | $2,445 |
Lincoln Station Rowhomes | C2 | 1,157 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Willow Run of Crest Hill | 2 bedroom/large | 1,037 Sq Ft | $1,549 |
Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom | 990 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 912 Sq Ft | $1,219 |
Cheapest Available Essex and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Essex, IL is the 2 bedroom Model starting from $1,025 at Carriage Creek Apartments in the Lincoln Station neighborhood. The second most affordable Essex 2 Bedroom is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Tudor Park Apartments starting at $1,209 in the Downtown neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Essex is currently $2,044. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Essex:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Carriage Creek Apartments | 2 bedroom | $1,025 |
Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,209 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Base Package | $1,219 |
Willow Run of Crest Hill | small 2 bedroom | $1,379 |
Maple Leaf Apartments | Mid-rise | $1,450 |
311 N Ottawa St | 2 Bedroom | $1,550 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Maple | $1,580 |
24138 - 24158 W Main St | 24138 W Main St Unit 102 | $1,650 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Chestnut | $2,145 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Meadows 1 | $2,218 |
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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 2 Bedroom Essex Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Essex is $2,044.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Essex Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Essex is a 1,551 square feet unit starting from $2,283 at HighPoint Community Apartments.
What is the average size for Essex 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Essex is currently 0 sq ft.
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